Pratik Patel

Pratik Patel is a seasoned technologist, author, and community leader with extensive experience in software development, product innovation, and technical leadership. He has served in roles ranging from developer and lead architect to CTO and Developer Advocate, and is recognized as a Java Champion for his contributions to the Java ecosystem. Pratik has spoken at over 200 conferences worldwide, sharing insights on Java, web, cloud, and emerging technologies. He is also a prolific content creator, publishing books, articles, tutorials, and workshops. As President of the Atlanta Java Users Group and chair of Devnexus—the largest Java conference in North America—he plays a central role in fostering developer communities. Pratik also founded the Java User Group Leader Summit and organizes additional meetups in the Atlanta tech scene, solidifying his reputation as a driving force in the global tech community.