In this episode, we sit down with Alexander Chatzizacharia, a Software Engineer at JDriven with a unique perspective on the tech industry. Drawing from his multicultural background, Alexander shares insights on the evolution of software engineering, the current AI landscape, and what it takes to stay "future-proof" in an ever-changing field. We also get a sneak peek at his upcoming session for Devoxx Greece 2026.
Today on Life of Dev, we have the pleasure of hosting Alexander Chatzizacharia, an engineer who knows how to combine technical depth with a fresh, interactive approach. Having experienced his high-energy presence at previous conferences, we knew we had to dive into his journey and his take on where the tech industry is headed.
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This episode is proudly supporting Devoxx Greece 2026. Join us in Athens from April 23rd to 25th to catch Alexander live!
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About our Guest:
Alexander, a 35-year-old Software Engineer at JDriven, holds dual Dutch and Greek nationality. He earned his master’s degree in Game Studies from the University of Amsterdam, where he discovered his passion for gamification and software engineering. Alexander aims to bridge the gap between game development and software engineering, believing that both industries have much to learn from each other. He is dedicated to integrating technologies and methodologies from both fields. Additionally, he enjoys experimenting with new technologies and cutting-edge sdk's.
Connect with Alexander:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexander-chatzizacharias/
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