I have worked with database technology since 1988. I am a recognised Subject Matter Expert (SME) on database technology. I also focus on Big Data, Data Science and NoSQL.

I have regularly presented at many international conferences. I have served on the program committees for several major conferences and workshops. I have edited or co-edited ten books.

In 2015, I served on an Expert Advisory Panel to help guide Malaysia on its Big Data Analytics and Data Science journey.

▶ Specialties:

● I have worked as a developer, consultant, product strategist, evangelist, technical writer and technical trainer with several Blue Chip companies and Big Data startups.
● I have published and presented widely on Java, XML and Database systems.
● I have worked extensively with the worldwide developer community through developer relations programs at IBM.
● I have worked extensively with the worldwide academic community through university relations and academic initiative programs at Informix and IBM.

▶ Qualifications:

● BSc (1st Class Hons.) Computing and Information Systems.
● MSc Business Systems Analysis and Design.
● PhD Computer Science (Database Performance Benchmarking).
● Member of the British Computer Society (MBCS).
● Chartered IT Professional (CITP).

▶ Key Words:

Community Builder, Data Scientist, Developer Advocate, International Speaker, Technical Evangelist, Technical Trainer, Technical Writer, University Relations