Zeno Rocha — Open Source Developer, Speaker, and CPO at Liferay Cloud
Zeno Rocha is a Brazilian software developer, entrepreneur, and open-source advocate, currently serving as Chief Product Officer at Liferay Cloud. Based in Los Angeles, he is known for his contributions to the global developer community and his strong presence in open source.
Career and Professional Background
Zeno Rocha has built a diverse career across product development, engineering, and leadership. Before relocating to the United States, he:
- Developed multiple software applications
- Mentored startups across Latin America
- Worked at major companies such as Globo and Petrobras
His experience spans both enterprise environments and startup ecosystems.
Open Source Contributions
Zeno’s passion for open source made him one of the top 20 most active users on GitHub at just 22 years old. His contributions have:
- Influenced modern web development practices
- Helped developers worldwide through shared tools and code
- Strengthened the global open-source ecosystem
He continues to advocate for collaboration, transparency, and knowledge sharing in software development.
Conference Speaking and Community Impact
Zeno Rocha is an active international speaker, having presented at:
- Over 110 conferences worldwide
- Events across North America, Europe, and Latin America