Michael Carducci
ArchConf
Clearwater · December 10 - 13, 2018
Software Architect & Magician
Michael Carducci spent years learning to see things as they actually are; first as a magician, then as a software architect, now as both simultaneously. And somehow that’s not even the whole story.
He’s the author of Mastering Software Architecture (Apress, 2025) and is currently writing The Semantic Layer. He has spent over 25 years following interesting problems; through roles from individual contributor to CTO and back again, across industries and continents.
As a speaker, he applies the same toolkit he uses in close-up magic: attention, misdirection, timing, storytelling, and the instinct to take the long way around when that’s where the truth lives. Audiences at hundreds of conferences across four continents have described his talks as the kind that change how you think about a problem rather than just what you know about it.
He also makes YouTube videos about technology and curiosity with his wife Kate, because some ideas are too important (or too interesting!) to leave only in conference rooms.
Presentations
Architecting Big Data Solutions
This session covers the landscape of Big Data tools, technologies and best practices in 2018. You'll leave this session armed with the knowledge you need to build Big Data solutions by assembling the best technologies for you.
Effective Leadership - The Six Principles of Persuasion
Whether you want to effect culture change in your organization, lead the transition toward a new technology, or simply get more out of your team; you must first understand that having a “good idea” is simply the beginning. An idea must be communicated; a case must be made. Communicating that case well is as important, if not more so, than the strength of the idea itself.
Beyond Startup: What we can learn from the lean startup
The lean startup is changing the way companies are built and new products are launched. In this session we dive into the concepts and ideas as well as strategies to incorporate into your own organization.
MongoDB Patterns, Pitfalls, and Best Practices
Interest in MongoDB and other NoSQL platforms has waxed and waned over the years, however, Mongo remains an enormously useful tool.
In this session, you will learn everything you need to know to master MongoDB.
Soft Skills for the Software Architect: Building Your Professional Network
You've heard the old adage “It's not what you know it's who you know.” The focus of this session is divided between ways to better connect with everyone you meet as well as ways to grow your network, help and influence people and ultimately build long-term relationships and build your reputation.