TECHSPHERE - Altitude Adjustment: Ctrl + Alt + Re-skilling: from Helicopter Pilot to Google Cloud & AI GDE

GDG Mons

TECHSPHERE is a new event series hosted by GDG Mons, designed to bring together inspiring voices from the tech community...

Jan 17, 2026, 1:00 – 2:00 PM (UTC)

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Career DevelopmentCommunity Building

About this event

TECHSPHERE is a new event series hosted by GDG Mons, designed to bring together inspiring voices from the tech community. Its mission is to create a space where innovators, developers, entrepreneurs, and technology enthusiasts can share knowledge, exchange ideas, and spark meaningful collaborations. By highlighting diverse journeys and experiences, TECHSPHERE aims to inspire the local community and foster a culture of innovation and openness.

This edition presents Ilias Papachristos, A Google Developer Expert for Google Cloud & AI

Former helicopter pilot Ilias shares his decade-long career reinvention into Google Cloud & AI, becoming a GDE.

This isn't a typical bootcamp story; it's about a challenging journey fueled by tech passion. Learn how aviation skills like discipline & problem-solving surprisingly transferred to software development.

Discover practical re-skilling strategies & the importance of community engagement (mentors, open source, Google Cloud/AI). Gain a unique "pilot's view" on AI, shaped by complex systems & critical decision-making, emphasizing responsible development.

Get practical insights into Google Cloud AI services for innovative projects. Whether you're a developer, tech enthusiast considering a shift, or simply curious about re-skilling, this inspiring talk proves it's never too late to learn, adapt, and soar in the tech world.


Speaker

  • Ilias Papachristos

    Google Developer Expert for Google Cloud & AI | Community Advocate

Organizers

  • Thierry Njike

    CETIC

    Organizer

  • Leolin kamto

    Université catholique de louvain

    Organizer

  • Leandro C

    Organizer

  • Andrea Gomez

    IBM

    Organizer

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