Nina Zakharenko

Nina Zakharenko is a software engineer, technical leader, and international speaker specializing in Python, Open Source, and modern development practices. Previously, she led the Python Developer Advocacy team at Microsoft, served on the board of the Python Software Foundation, and worked on Open Source security issues at Google. Throughout her career, Nina has worked on software for HBO's satellite systems, developed features for the Meetup platform, and contributed to creating products for Reddit. She actively trains developers worldwide and speaks at major technical conferences, including PyCon, EuroPython, and DjangoCon. In her free time, she enjoys snowboarding, hiking, and experimenting with electronics, LED devices, and wearable tech.