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Nixcademy Trainer Jacek Galowicz

Jacek Galowicz

Jacek Galowicz brings an impressive 20 years of Linux experience to the table, making him an invaluable asset to Nixcademy. As a committed Nixpkgs contributor and the maintainer of the NixOS integration test driver, he has hands-on expertise with the intricacies of Nix and NixOS.

Jacek's background as a consultant in software development, architecture, quality, and test automation ensures a holistic approach to training. His proficiency in C++, Haskell, and Purescript is complemented by his experience at renowned companies like Intel and FireEye. As co-founder of Cyberus Technology and C++ book author, Jacek's diverse skill set promises a comprehensive learning experience.

He holds a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering from RWTH Aachen University.

Nixcademy Trainer Marijan Petričević

Marijan Petričević

Marijan Petričević is a seasoned expert in Nix, NixOS, GNU/Linux, C++, Haskell, and Purescript, making him a perfect fit for Nixcademy's training programs. His experience spans across diverse domains such as Fintech, Robotics, and Deep Learning, offering a unique blend of knowledge to participants. As a consultant in software development and architecture, Marijan understands the practical challenges and solutions in the industry.

His professional journey includes stints at notable companies like Novus, Platonic Systems, Cyberus Technology, and Daimler, ensuring that he brings a wealth of real-world insights to the table.

Marijan has a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science from the esteemed Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT).

Nixcademy Trainer Michael Schneider

Michael Schneider

Michael Schneider is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in NixOS, Haskell, Linux, Java, and Rust, making him a perfect addition to Nixcademy’s training team. With several years of hands-on experience in these technologies, Michael has honed his skills as a DevOps engineer, QA engineer, and full-stack developer, offering a well-rounded perspective to his students.

Michael’s professional journey has seen him contribute to organizations such as the Cancer Registry North Rhine-Westphalia, Cyberus Technology GmbH, and Supercede Technology Ltd. His diverse experience across medical, IT security, and insurance/finance domains ensures that he brings a wealth of real-world knowledge to the table.

Michael holds a Master’s degree in Computer Science from FH Münster.