At the end of December, I – Marc Van Belleghem – had the opportunity to attend CloudBrew 2025, held at the Lamot site in the city center of Mechelen, a renovated brewery turned event venue. The conference was fully packed for two intense days with developers, architects, and technology enthusiasts.
The event clearly showed how AI is evolving from a tool into a true collaborator in software development. Sessions demonstrated how intelligent automation can accelerate delivery, while keeping human oversight essential for ethical and strategic decisions.
Real‑world incident management stories highlighted the importance of resilience, observability, and a culture of learning to maintain reliable systems. Technical deep dives into modern weather forecasting and AI‑powered search illustrated how advanced architectures and algorithms are already powering everyday solutions.
Another recurring theme: DevOps principles remain as relevant as ever, even as AI reshapes development workflows.
Key takeaway
Embracing innovation means balancing speed with responsibility
Leveraging automation without losing control, and continuously adapting where technology and human creativity meet.
Many thanks to Sirus for the opportunity to attend this inspiring and practically valuable event.
