API World + CloudX + Dev Innovation Summit 2024

Ratul Ghosh, Intuit, GenAi platform lead
Kiran Bartakke, Intuit, Senior Software Engineer

Intuit has accelerated responsible AI innovation at scale for many years to deliver personalized experiences to 100 million consumer and small business customers with TurboTax, Credit Karma, QuickBooks and MailChimp. Today, the company is pioneering the future of AI to deliver game-changing new experiences on its financial technology platform that instill the trust and confidence its customers count on from Intuit.

In this talk,  Ratul Ghosh and Kiran Bartakke from Intuit AI will describe the company’s approach to building a proprietary Generative AI Operating System using existing APIs and knowledge bases to enable the company’s technologists to build smart conversational experiences, with speed and at scale.  

A central focus of the talk will be on how the platform architecture and components enable seamless integration and a “paved path” for developers that has led to operational efficiencies that benefit developers and end customers alike. The speakers will take a deep dive into orchestration capability within GenOS that drives conversational assistants and embedded experiences by understanding complicated queries and instructions and driving a sequence of actions to seamlessly respond to end user queries in Intuit products..

Speakers will bring this capability to life with real-world examples and actionable insights attendees can apply to their own GenAI journeys 

Francesco Burns, Gravitee.io, VP Product

In this session we will explore Platform Engineering practise and some common challenges faced by Platform Engineering teams. In particular, this session examines some common challenges around APIs and API lifecycle that these teams deal with, and examples of how organizations overcome them.
 

Dan Hopkins, StackHawk, VP, Engineering

In today's fast-paced development environment, ensuring API security is more crucial than ever. Despite the strong desire to integrate security into software delivery cycles, many organizations struggle to achieve this effectively. This session will focus on the importance of proactive API security testing to match the pace of development and achieve business outcomes and goals. By understanding your organization's shift-left maturity, you can better position yourself to integrate security into your development processes seamlessly.

Using StackHawk's Shift-Left Maturity Model as a framework, we will explore how identifying your maturity stage is key to making meaningful progress. The session will delve into the three fundamental pillars of successful shift-left practices: people, process, and tooling. Join us to learn how to empower your team, optimize your processes, and leverage the right tools to shift left effectively and ensure robust API security.

Savinay Berry, Vonage, EVP Product and Engineering

We are living in a world where notifications will transform into conversations wherever you are. Powered by GenAI, conversations will become the next digital storefront. So far, compute and storage were the two components required by developers to enable this new world. Network was a black box. But now, the network is opening up - the capabilities of 5G are being enabled as an easy to consume API that can create meaningful use cases for small developers and enterprises.

In this session, Savinay Berry, EVP Product and Engineering at Vonage will talk about how leveraging powerful APIs like Quality on Demand (QoD), Device Data, Network Verification, Device Location, etc, from the public wireless 5G network can change the way enterprises and developers engage more deeply with their customers - enabled by GenAI. 5G networks are complex. Simplifying this complexity and enabling a simple set of REST-based APIs that enable this new form of engagement will drive the future. Conversations will become the next digital storefront. Savinay will talk about how to enable that future with 5G networks and AI.

Savinay will also discuss the value of low code/no code APIs powered by a 5G innovation ecosystem that empowers the global developer community to create new, enhanced applications and services for businesses from startups to large enterprises.

Alisha Mohanty. OpenText, Manager, Product Marketing

A quick guide to API strategy for businesses to thrive in an era of Artificial Intelligence
Here I elaborate on points to take away for current trends in API strategy and future predictions keeping them relevant the age of AI.

Budhaditya Bhattacharya, Tyk, Developer Advocate
Supreet Nagi, Northwestern Mutual, Assistant Director Systems Software Engineering

NorthWestern Mutual is one of the largest financial services providers in the United States with 5 million+ customers and 6700+ financial advisors. APIs are a core part of our business and are supported by a highly mature API platform engineering team.
In this case study, we learn how we combined seamless API creation and centralized governance using an automated workflow-based model to drive an exceptional DevX.
We will examine a combination of tools, such as K8S, KEDA, Jaeger, and OTel, that enabled the creation of our API platform, along with changes to people and processes.
What we will cover:
1. Key challenges when balancing API creation & governance at scale
2. Implementing an automated workflow-based governance model
3. Metrics of success & outcomes achieved
4. How to execute a similar API platform strategy using the platform engineering maturity model
Ultimately, this session provides real-world examples and insights into best practices for implementing this model within your company.

Sumeet Kumar Agrawal,  Informatica, Vice President Product Management

As GenAI adoption accelerates, enterprises are increasingly turning to low-code and no-code API development to democratize access and spur innovation. However, deploying GenAI applications within large organizations poses unique challenges, including a shortage of skilled resources, navigating complex enterprise data landscapes, staying relevant with rapidly evolving GenAI models and frameworks, and the difficulty of scaling AI projects beyond proof of concept.
Join us for an insightful session where we explore overcoming these challenges with a GenAI-powered integration API solution. We will discuss strategies to democratize GenAI across various user personas, contextualize its use for future-proofing, create LLM agnostic GenAI orchestrations, and achieve enterprise-grade scalability. Learn how to leverage the right data management tools to build successful GenAI apps that are easy to use, grounded with high-quality and trusted enterprise data, and protected from bias and privacy breaches.

Derric Gilling, Moesif, CEO

A discussion on what are healthy metrics foryour developer program and ways to improve like Time to First Hello World (TTFHW) and integration rate. What does it mean to build a good Developer Experience and some tips on where you can improve. 

Ayesha M. Ali, Metavisionaries, Co-Founder / Creative Director

This session will explore the transformative potential of APIs in the realm of Fusion Tech Art and interdisciplinary content creation. Emphasizing the integration of frontier technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML), we will discuss how APIs serve as the vital connectors enabling seamless communication and collaboration across diverse creative fields. Participants will gain insights into how APIs facilitate innovative approaches that merge art, technology, fashion, and more.
Objectives:
• Introduce the Concept of Fusion Tech Art: Explain the importance and impact of Fusion Tech Art in the modern digital and creative industries.
• Highlight the Role of APIs: Discuss how APIs act as the backbone of integrating AI, ML, and various creative disciplines.
• Demonstrate Practical API Integration Techniques: Showcase new interdisciplinary approaches enabled by APIs and practical techniques that can be adopted by entrepreneurs and creatives.
• Case Study: Present a detailed case study of my project sent to space in collaboration with NASA and SpaceX, illustrating the power of API-driven integration.
• Ethical and Sustainable Practices: Address the ethical considerations and sustainability issues related to API-driven AI and tech projects, both on Earth and in space.
Session Outline:
1. Introduction to Fusion Tech Art:
• Definition and significance of Fusion Tech Art in contemporary creative practices.
• Overview of how APIs enable the integration of AI, ML, and other technologies into creative projects.
2. Current Landscape of Frontier Technologies:
• In-depth look at the latest developments in AI, ML, and their applications through APIs.
• Examples of cutting-edge tools and platforms that utilize APIs for interdisciplinary integration.
3. Seamless Interdisciplinary Techniques through APIs:
• Step-by-step guide on adopting an interdisciplinary approach using APIs.
• Demonstration of API functionalities that enable the merging of art, technology, fashion, and other fields.
4. Case Study: Art Project to Space via APIs:
• Detailed narrative of my project sent to the International Space Station (ISS) with NASA and SpaceX, focusing on the API integrations that made it possible.
• Insights into the creative process, collaboration, and execution of the project.
• Lessons learned and tips for aspiring creatives and entrepreneurs on leveraging APIs.
5. Ethics and Sustainability in API-Driven Fusion Tech Art:
• Discussion on the ethical implications of using APIs in AI and content creation.
• Sustainability discourse and its importance in tech-driven projects.
• How to ensure responsible and sustainable practices when utilizing APIs in creative projects.
Target Audience:
• API developers and technologists interested in the creative applications of their work.
• Artists and designers looking to integrate technology into their projects using APIs.
• Entrepreneurs and creatives seeking innovative interdisciplinary approaches.
• Educators and students in the fields of art, technology, and design.
Expected Outcomes:
• Increased awareness and understanding of Fusion Tech Art and the role of APIs in enabling it.
• Practical knowledge of API-driven tools and techniques for merging diverse creative disciplines.
• Inspiration from real-world examples and successful case studies.
• A framework for ethically and sustainably implementing API-driven AI and tech in creative projects.

Francesco Burns, Gravitee.io, VP Product

In this session we will explore Platform Engineering practise and some common challenges faced by Platform Engineering teams. In particular, this session examines some common challenges around APIs and API lifecycle that these teams deal with, and examples of how organizations overcome them.
 

Dan Hopkins, StackHawk, VP, Engineering

In today's fast-paced development environment, ensuring API security is more crucial than ever. Despite the strong desire to integrate security into software delivery cycles, many organizations struggle to achieve this effectively. This session will focus on the importance of proactive API security testing to match the pace of development and achieve business outcomes and goals. By understanding your organization's shift-left maturity, you can better position yourself to integrate security into your development processes seamlessly.

Using StackHawk's Shift-Left Maturity Model as a framework, we will explore how identifying your maturity stage is key to making meaningful progress. The session will delve into the three fundamental pillars of successful shift-left practices: people, process, and tooling. Join us to learn how to empower your team, optimize your processes, and leverage the right tools to shift left effectively and ensure robust API security.

Alisha Mohanty. OpenText, Manager, Product Marketing

A quick guide to API strategy for businesses to thrive in an era of Artificial Intelligence
Here I elaborate on points to take away for current trends in API strategy and future predictions keeping them relevant the age of AI.

Budhaditya Bhattacharya, Tyk, Developer Advocate
Supreet Nagi, Northwestern Mutual, Assistant Director Systems Software Engineering

NorthWestern Mutual is one of the largest financial services providers in the United States with 5 million+ customers and 6700+ financial advisors. APIs are a core part of our business and are supported by a highly mature API platform engineering team.
In this case study, we learn how we combined seamless API creation and centralized governance using an automated workflow-based model to drive an exceptional DevX.
We will examine a combination of tools, such as K8S, KEDA, Jaeger, and OTel, that enabled the creation of our API platform, along with changes to people and processes.
What we will cover:
1. Key challenges when balancing API creation & governance at scale
2. Implementing an automated workflow-based governance model
3. Metrics of success & outcomes achieved
4. How to execute a similar API platform strategy using the platform engineering maturity model
Ultimately, this session provides real-world examples and insights into best practices for implementing this model within your company.

Sumeet Kumar Agrawal,  Informatica, Vice President Product Management

As GenAI adoption accelerates, enterprises are increasingly turning to low-code and no-code API development to democratize access and spur innovation. However, deploying GenAI applications within large organizations poses unique challenges, including a shortage of skilled resources, navigating complex enterprise data landscapes, staying relevant with rapidly evolving GenAI models and frameworks, and the difficulty of scaling AI projects beyond proof of concept.
Join us for an insightful session where we explore overcoming these challenges with a GenAI-powered integration API solution. We will discuss strategies to democratize GenAI across various user personas, contextualize its use for future-proofing, create LLM agnostic GenAI orchestrations, and achieve enterprise-grade scalability. Learn how to leverage the right data management tools to build successful GenAI apps that are easy to use, grounded with high-quality and trusted enterprise data, and protected from bias and privacy breaches.

Derric Gilling, Moesif, CEO

A discussion on what are healthy metrics foryour developer program and ways to improve like Time to First Hello World (TTFHW) and integration rate. What does it mean to build a good Developer Experience and some tips on where you can improve. 

Ayesha M. Ali, Metavisionaries, Co-Founder / Creative Director

This session will explore the transformative potential of APIs in the realm of Fusion Tech Art and interdisciplinary content creation. Emphasizing the integration of frontier technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML), we will discuss how APIs serve as the vital connectors enabling seamless communication and collaboration across diverse creative fields. Participants will gain insights into how APIs facilitate innovative approaches that merge art, technology, fashion, and more.
Objectives:
• Introduce the Concept of Fusion Tech Art: Explain the importance and impact of Fusion Tech Art in the modern digital and creative industries.
• Highlight the Role of APIs: Discuss how APIs act as the backbone of integrating AI, ML, and various creative disciplines.
• Demonstrate Practical API Integration Techniques: Showcase new interdisciplinary approaches enabled by APIs and practical techniques that can be adopted by entrepreneurs and creatives.
• Case Study: Present a detailed case study of my project sent to space in collaboration with NASA and SpaceX, illustrating the power of API-driven integration.
• Ethical and Sustainable Practices: Address the ethical considerations and sustainability issues related to API-driven AI and tech projects, both on Earth and in space.
Session Outline:
1. Introduction to Fusion Tech Art:
• Definition and significance of Fusion Tech Art in contemporary creative practices.
• Overview of how APIs enable the integration of AI, ML, and other technologies into creative projects.
2. Current Landscape of Frontier Technologies:
• In-depth look at the latest developments in AI, ML, and their applications through APIs.
• Examples of cutting-edge tools and platforms that utilize APIs for interdisciplinary integration.
3. Seamless Interdisciplinary Techniques through APIs:
• Step-by-step guide on adopting an interdisciplinary approach using APIs.
• Demonstration of API functionalities that enable the merging of art, technology, fashion, and other fields.
4. Case Study: Art Project to Space via APIs:
• Detailed narrative of my project sent to the International Space Station (ISS) with NASA and SpaceX, focusing on the API integrations that made it possible.
• Insights into the creative process, collaboration, and execution of the project.
• Lessons learned and tips for aspiring creatives and entrepreneurs on leveraging APIs.
5. Ethics and Sustainability in API-Driven Fusion Tech Art:
• Discussion on the ethical implications of using APIs in AI and content creation.
• Sustainability discourse and its importance in tech-driven projects.
• How to ensure responsible and sustainable practices when utilizing APIs in creative projects.
Target Audience:
• API developers and technologists interested in the creative applications of their work.
• Artists and designers looking to integrate technology into their projects using APIs.
• Entrepreneurs and creatives seeking innovative interdisciplinary approaches.
• Educators and students in the fields of art, technology, and design.
Expected Outcomes:
• Increased awareness and understanding of Fusion Tech Art and the role of APIs in enabling it.
• Practical knowledge of API-driven tools and techniques for merging diverse creative disciplines.
• Inspiration from real-world examples and successful case studies.
• A framework for ethically and sustainably implementing API-driven AI and tech in creative projects.