Business Track Abstracts and Biographies

Seunghyo Chun

Seunghyo Chun joined LG-Nortel in 2004 and has been in the communications industry for the last nine years. He is responsible for the MMI framework and since late 2007 has been promoting Qt as a development framework for his LG products. Chun resides in Seoul with his wife and a new born daughter.

Eunil Cho

Eunil Cho is a software engineer in communication space, who is responsible for MMI framework  and call processing with UMS, WCDMA MSC and video communication device. She joined LG in 2000 and holds a MS Computer Engineering from ChungNam National University. She lives in An-yang with her husband, and enjoys playing the drum in her spare time.

Chris Butler

As Dash's Content Platform Evangelist, Chris Butler oversees the company's open platform initiative and encourages the creation of new location-based services both from third party developers and Dash's active customer community.  Chris launched Dash's Dynamic Search API, the first connected platform for the car, in May 2008 and has already grown the number of DashApps to over 50.  Prior to Dash, Chris worked for Microsoft at the company's Silicon Valley Campus for over seven years.  During his tenure, he worked on projects including Calendar, Hotmail, Toolbar, Desktop Search, the Sidebar gadget platform and Windows Live Gallery.  Chris has been a featured speaker at numerous industry events including Web 2.0, Graphing Social Patterns, Where 2.0, PDC, Widget Summit, Mix, Plug and Play and others.  He holds a B.S. in Computer Systems Engineering from Boston University.

Abstract

Dash Navigation is the creator of Dash Express™, the first two-way, internet connected navigation device for the car. The Dash Express provides up-to-date, dynamic traffic and destination information to help commuters make smart choices from behind the wheel.  Dash used Qt to fast-track its engineering effort for the base software as well as to create a next generation location based services platform.

Vegard Hammer

Abstract

Building the GUI of a Video Communications Device

Tandberg is a leading vendor in the natural communications space. These days Tandberg is updating its portfolio with new products with brand new user interfaces.  This presentation will provide an insight into the process of bringing out a new platform, choosing the right framework and figuring out where to focus attention. It will also touch upon considerations taken into account when applying the Qt Extended framework on high resolution embedded systems as well as lessons learned when moving from an "old" C system to a sophisticated C++ system.

Jose Carlos Arcas

Jose Carlos Arcas is a Development Lead at Siemens AG A&D in Munich. He was raised in Spain but attended university in Augsburg, Germany, obtaining his Physics degree in 1994. Among other developing works, Jose Carlos has been designing and implementing GUIs in C++ for twelve years with a variety of operating systems and GUI libraries. Currently, he is working on the software for the Siemens SMD placement machines. In his spare time Jose Carlos enjoys building Japanese garage kits.

Abstract

In mid-2005, Siemens embarked on a project to deliver a new GUI interface for their SMD placement machines built with Qt. After three years, the second major version of the software is to be released soon. In this session, we will give you an inside view of the project, reason behind choosing Qt and details of how Qt fits into Siemens AG’s everyday development objectives.

Kai Engels

Dr. Kai Engels received his degree in Mechanical Engineering at the Technical University of Darmstadt, Germany in 2001. He joined the DFS in the same year as a senior software engineer for ATC training systems in the Research & Development Department of DFS. In May 2005 he changed to the software development department of DFS overtaking the responsibility for the PHOENIX deployment to regional airports in Germany. Nowadays, he is leading the TM/STX team, being in charge of the PHOENIX systems to be delivered to external customers.

Abstract
DFS Deutsche Flugsicherung GmbH is the German Air Navigation Service Provider (ANSP), which maintains 17 Tower Control Units, four Area Control Centers, 30 radars, radar networks, and a huge fleet of navigation aids to manage German air traffic. The DFS Systemhouse  develops most of the software that is used to monitor, control and manage the air traffic. One of its most modern and most used  radar data processing and air traffic situation display systems is called PHOENIX, which runs on Linux PC networks and utilizes Qt for graphics and HMI. This talk will focus on the features that made DFS choose Qt to build their ATC traffic situation displays as well as their Tower ATC flightplan management system, which will be merged to an "Integrated Tower System" (ITS), one of the core research and development issues in the European ATM research initiative SESAR.

Ville Somppi

TietoEnator Corporation Telecom & Media, Technology Manager

Somppi has seven years of experience in mobile device R&D projects and technologies and is supporting TietoEnator’s Mobile Device R&D unit’s business and operational development and also responsible for technology strategy and software development processes. Currently, Ville is focusing on Mobile Linux and TietoEnator Qt Competence Centers.

Sanjay Kamtam

Sanjay Kamtam has more than 13 years of industry experience in wireless mobile technologies. At TietoEnator, Sanjay is leading the Developing Business division of Mobile Devices R&D in India. Most recently, Sanjay worked as  an Engineering Manager for  the  Mobile Applications division at Motorola India. Prior to taking a transfer to Motorola India, Sanjay spent over 9 yrs at Motorola's Mobile Division headquarters in Libertyville, Illinois, U.S.A. Sanjay has a Masters degree in Computer Science from University of South Alabama and B.Tech degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from Nagarjuna University.

Abstract

TietoEnator Mobile Devices R&D business is serving OEMs and Platform Vendors with various technologies and R&D services. This case is describing a learning path of creating a reference cross-platform application suite for mobile devices. It describes the challenges met with different platforms and lessons learned from using Qt and Qt Extended technology. The presentation will also cover topics like technology evaluation, benchmarking, and Qt competence development.

Ralf Nebel

Ultratronik GmbH, Technical Support Engineer MMI

Ralf Nebel (Degreed Engineer, Technical University Munich) has been with Ultratronik for 12 years. In his current role as technical support engineer for HMI solutions he represents the technical interface to the customers as well as product marketing.

Abstract

Ultratronik meets your key requirements for industrial HMI solutions, covering a broad spectrum of visualization and control purposes - from operating panels for building automation, medical measurement technology or laboratory equipment up to POS/POI access control and IDC terminals. We integrate your individual planning prerequisites - by means of platform-based, modular, flexible, adaptable, scalable, reliable high-quality solutions - and support all four components of a HMI solution: individual Hardware, Software and Operating Systems, Usability and Design.

Ultratronik develops a GPL licensed and nano-X based GUI library in the past. Today it promotes Qt as it preferred GUI development platform and strongly partners with Nokia and other Qt based 3rd party solutions. This presentation shows the whole concept and explains the reasons behind the focus on Qt.

Cristy Hamley

Nokia, Qt Software, Legal Counsel

Cristy Hamley joined Nokia, Qt Software's, formerly Trolltech, legal department in 2005.  She holds a J.D. from the University of San Francisco School of Law and a L.LM in Information and Communication Technology Law from the University of Oslo.  She is an active member of the State of California Bar Association.

Abstract

New Developments in Packaging and Licensing & What it Means to Our Customers
The session will provide a brief overview of recent changes in product packaging and licensing including the following:

• Product & Packaging Portfolio Overview

• Migration of Existing Licensees

• Qt-Based Applications and When an Additional Distribution License is Required

• Other Licensing Changes

The session will begin with a brief overview of recent changes and then provide an extensive Q & A session where participants will have an opportunity to "Ask the Experts" in Product Management and Legal about specific issues/concerns."

Adam Lawson

Adam Lawson is responsible for the Qt Extended, formerly Qtopia, product, the Qt-based application platform for Linux consumer electronics and mobile devices. Lawson joined Nokia, Qt Software, formerly Trolltech, in April 2005 and previously held the position of Global Product Manager for location based services at Orange in London. Prior to Orange, Adam had international technology management roles in Sony, Accenture and elsewhere.  Lawson holds an MBA, and a Master’s degree in electronic engineering.

Dilip Kenchammana

Dilip came to Nokia, Qt Software, formerly Trolltech, in 2007 with the acquisition of Fonav Inc., a Silicon Valley startup he co-founded. At Fonav, he served as CTO and VP Engineering, and developed innovative communications technology for Wi-Fi enabled consumer electronics devices. At Nokia, Qt Software,  he serves as Chief Technologist, VoIP products, and defined the video IP deskphone reference design in Qt Extended 4.4. He previously worked on mobile phone software at Openwave, and the Internet Explorer web browser at Microsoft. Dilip has a Masters degree in computer engineering from Rutgers University and a Bachelors degree from the Indian Institute of Technology. He lives in Menlo Park, CA, with his wife and son, and tries to ride his road-bike whenever he can.

Abstract

You know all about Qt’s great cross-platform features on Windows, Mac and X11.  But maybe Qt beyond the desktop isn’t quite so familiar to you? This session aims to help fix that.

There’s a lot on offer from Qt Software in the fast-growing embedded and consumer electronics segments. The Qt you know and love is available today on Windows CE and embedded Linux. Qt Extended builds on Qt to create an application platform for consumer electronics running Linux. With your Qt skills and experience you are in a great position to benefit from the opportunities available in these markets.  

This session:

• explains the opportunity in the embedded and consumer electronics markets

• gives you an overview of Qt’s offerings for these segments, with latest product news
• explains why many of the world’s leading consumer electronics brands have chosen Qt, and highlights some success stories
• demos some devices built using Qt

Naren Karattup

Nokia, Qt Software, Head of Global Consultancy

Naren joined Nokia, Qt Software, formerly Trolltech, in April 2006 and is responsible for managing the consultancy side of Nokia, Qt Software's professional services organisation. Previously Naren was responsible for product managing Qt and Qt Embedded. His prior work experiences include various management, product marketing and software development roles with companies in Germany, USA and India. Naren received his MBA from the Kellogg business school in 2000. He holds an MS Computer Science from the University of Idaho and a Bachelor’s in Technology from the Indian Institute of Technology, Madras.

Abstract

Driving Qt in a Project
Naren Karattup will talk about the diverse and innovative world of Qt Consultancy Projects, the challenges faced by new Qt project teams and the help that is available to you, via Qt SW and our Partners, which will keep your product development on track. If you are embarking on a new Qt innovation, this presentation is not to be missed.

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Alex Diebald

Nokia, Qt Software, Consultancy Manager Germany

Alex Diebald joined Nokia, Qt Software, formerly Trolltech, in November 2006 and is heading the Munich consultancy team. In addition, he is interim managing Qt consultants in Oslo and is responsible for engaging with Sales to create and deliver Qt consultancy services. Alex has over ten years of experience in developing and managing all facets of embedded and telematics systems. His background includes extensive project management positions - both at OEMs and Tier-1 suppliers. Before joining former Trolltech he worked as a senior consultant with the Altran Group, serving clients such as BMW and Siemens. Alex holds a Diploma in computer science and an MBA from the Technical University of Munich (TUM), Germany.

Abstract

Qt Migration: Legacy Applications to New Platforms and Architectures

Portfolio analysis of legacy applications, selecting the best migration strategy, and agile project management in combination with professional services are among the best practices recommended for migrating to Qt. This presentation will focus on the business objectives of Qt migration and highlight best business practices of such projects. Migrating to Qt helps companies enable legacy applications to work on new platforms and architectures and offers opportunities to accelerate growth, mitigate risk and lower costs.

Luke Smithwick

Luke Smithwick is currently the director of Solution and Software Technologies at Freescale Semiconductor, formerly Motorola Semiconductor, where he is responsible for multiple software teams developing new technology critical to the company’s growth. Prior to joining Freescale in 2006, he was vice president of Business Development and vice president of DSL Licensing for Aware, Inc., a worldwide leader in broadband intellectual property servicing global semiconductor clients. Luke holds a Bachelor of Science degree and a Master of Science degree in Electrical Engineering and from the University of Florida and has pursued postgraduate doctoral studies in engineering and high-speed computing at Columbia University and Princeton University.  Luke has published papers, presented at numerous conferences and holds more than a dozen US and multiple international patents concentrated in broadband access.  

Learn about Freescale Semiconductor's NEW 32-bit Software Platform including full support of Qt Platform for embedded software solutions. This platform offers our customers faster time to production capability, simpler validation of drivers and optimized functionality to get the most from Freescale processors.  This silicon optimized platform provides for hardware abstraction that aids in the evolution of a customer's device as dictated by new market requirements by migrating the solution between any supported Freescale processor.

Till Adam

Till Adam spent his youth studying philosophy, comparative literature, American studies and musicology, while making a living as a musician. Having failed to become rich and famous that way, he went for a M.Sc. in Maths, Computer Science and Business. Some years of contributing to Free Software, in particular KDE, taught him to program, which he eventually put to use as a senior engineer at KDAB. These days, when not leading consultancy projects, he is performing shared executive duties for KDAB's German branch. Till lives with his wife and daughter in Berlin, Germany.

Abstract

Leveraging Qt technologies : a real-world example

Abstract : Through the case of an industrial machines manufacturer, we'll see how chosing Qt for the GUI of control panels on the machines has let him achieve ambitious architectural goals, provide a modern looking application with little resource usage, and get more freedom for the choice of hardware.

Contents overview :

• Presentation of the project and its challenges
• How  Qt's Model-View architecture allows efficient data access and complex use-cases
• How the Qt Designer helps non-developers design the user interface without a need to write code
• How the multi-platform support makes hardware decisions more flexible, and how it makes remote execution possible

Mark Hatch

Mark Hatch joined ICS in 1995 as VP of Marketing and today manages the Qt business, both products and consulting services, at ICS. He has over 30 years experience in the development and business aspects of software development tools. Previously, Mark was VP of Marketing for a networking middleware company as well as Manager of Software Marketing for Apollo Computers. In this latter position, he played a key role in the formation of a number of industry groups including the X Consortium and the Open Software Foundation. Mark has a Masters in Electrical Engineering and Computer Science from the University of California, Berkeley. He also has a Masters of Business Administration from Boston University.

This presentation is targeted at 1st and 2nd line managers where Qt has been selected as the foundation for their application development. The goal of this presentation is to provide these managers with the basic concepts of Qt, both technical and business, that allows them to manage their Qt projects and maximize their investment in Qt.