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The countdown to Craft Conference 2027 has begun! On 3-4 June, Budapest will once again welcome 2,000+ software engineers, architects and tech leaders for two days of fresh perspectives, practical insights and conversations that go beyond the stage.
And the first speakers are already giving us plenty to look forward to. Think of the engineer helping keep Google‘s Compute Engine reliable, the engineering manager building OpenAI‘s data infrastructure and the distributed-systems expert working at Tesla. Add voices from Spotify, Zocdoc, DHL and other leading tech companies, and you get a pretty exciting first look at what’s coming.
With 80+ speakers, 5 masterclasses and this year’s theme, From promises to value, Craft 2027 is all about getting beyond the buzzwords and exploring what actually works. Expect honest discussions, ideas worth taking back to your team and plenty of opportunities to connect with people who face the same engineering challenges you do.
Two days. One iconic Budapest venue. A community that cares about building better software. Here’s what to expect at Craft Conference 2027!
What is Craft Conference 2027?
Craft Conference is a two-day international software engineering conference bringing together the people shaping the future of software development. It will welcome more than 2,000 attendees for a packed programme of technical talks, masterclasses and conversations.
With AI changing how software is built, the industry is full of bold predictions. But what does it take to turn those promises into something that delivers real value? That’s the question Craft 2027 puts at the centre of the conversation. Here’s the essential information:
| Dates | 3-4 June 2027 |
| Venue | Hungarian Railway Museum, Tatai u. 95, Budapest 1142 |
| Theme | From promises to value |
| Audience | Senior engineers and leaders mastering their craft in the age of AI |
| Format | In person, with online access for remote attendees |
| By the numbers | 2,000+ attendees, 80+ speakers, 50+ sponsors, 5 masterclasses, 2 days |
| Tickets | Early bird tickets are on sale until 14 December 2026. Get your ticket |
And then there’s the venue. Craft takes place at the Hungarian Railway Museum, a former railway station and workshop that gives the conference a setting unlike your typical event space. It’s a fitting backdrop for a community that values engineering, creativity and the craft of building things.
But what really makes Craft special is what happens beyond the scheduled sessions. Speakers are part of the community throughout the event, conversations continue long after talks finish, and the focus stays firmly on sharing experience rather than selling products.
Who are the first Craft Conference 2027 speakers?
The first 15 speakers are confirmed, and the lineup already brings together an impressive mix of engineering leaders, experienced practitioners, authors and industry experts.
From large-scale infrastructure at Google and OpenAI to distributed systems at Tesla, software architecture, security and engineering culture, there’s plenty to explore. And this is just the beginning!
Here are the first confirmed names:
| Speaker | Role |
Company |
|---|---|---|
| Barry S. Stahl | Co-Founder | AZGiveCamp |
| Colin Breck | Principal Distributed Systems Engineer | Tesla |
| Evelyn van Kelle | Change management consultant and trainer | Xebia |
| Kenny (Baas) Schwegler | Software architecture catalyser, trainer and author | DHL & Weave IT |
| Kevlin Henney | Technologist and thought provoker | Curbralan |
| Lada Kesseler | Principal Engineer | Logic20/20 |
| Mallika Rao | Senior Software Engineering Manager | Zocdoc |
| Michelle Brush | Engineering Director, SRE | |
| Mouli Mukherjee | Engineering Manager | OpenAI |
| Randy Shoup | SVP Engineering | Thrive Market |
| Ryan Brush | Software Engineer | Stealth |
| Sander Hoogendoorn | CTO | ibood.com |
| Taylor Poindexter | Engineering Manager | Spotify |
| Yao Yue | Chief Executive Officer | IOP Systems |
| Yossi Sassi | Co-founder | 10Root |
(ALT: Attendees at Craft Conference 2026 at the Hungarian Railway Museum in Budapest, venue of Craft Conference 2027)
Which companies are behind the Craft 2027 speakers?
One of the best things about Craft is the variety of perspectives it brings together. The 2027 lineup features people working at some of the world’s most recognised technology companies, alongside independent experts, consultants and practitioners with decades of hands-on experience.
Here’s a closer look at some of the people and organisations you can expect to hear from.
- Big tech and AI. What’s happening behind the scenes at some of the biggest names in tech? Michelle Brush leads the global SRE teams at Google, helping keep Compute Engine and Persistent Disk reliable. Mouli Mukherjee manages Data Infrastructure at OpenAI, where her team builds a data backbone at exabyte scale. Meanwhile, Colin Breck brings his distributed-systems experience from Tesla, and Taylor Poindexter leads engineers at Spotify and co-founded Black Code Collective.
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Building products at scale. Scaling products and engineering organisations comes with challenges that rarely fit into a textbook. Scaling products and engineering organisations comes with challenges that rarely fit into a textbook. Randy Shoup is SVP Engineering at Thrive Market, with previous leadership roles at eBay, Google, Stitch Fix and WeWork. Mallika Rao leads software engineers at Zocdoc, while Sander Hoogendoorn serves as CTO at ibood.com. With more than four decades of coding experience, he still writes code every day.
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Craft and architecture voices. Kevlin Henney edited 97 Things Every Programmer Should Know. Lada Kesseler of Logic20/20 practices extreme programming and test-driven development. For the past year and a half, she has brought that rigor to AI-assisted development. In addition, Evelyn van Kelle of Xebia co-authored Collaborative Software Design, and Kenny (Baas) Schwegler is lead software architect for DHL BeNeLux.
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Security, startups and fresh perspectives. Yossi Sassi of 10Root has about 30 years in information security, including around eight years at Microsoft. Yao Yue is CEO of IOP Systems, and Barry S. Stahl co-founded AZGiveCamp. Ryan Brush is a software engineer at Stealth.
The lineup also builds on a strong Craft tradition. Previous editions have welcomed influential voices such as Kent Beck, Gergely Orosz of The Pragmatic Engineer, Kelsey Hightower, Katie Gamanji of Apple, Neal Ford of Thoughtworks, Simon Wardley and Tejas Shikhare of Netflix.
What else can you expect at Craft 2027?
There’s a lot more to Craft than watching great speakers on stage. The conference is designed to give you different ways to learn, exchange ideas and get involved.
Here’s what the two days have in store:
- Keynote highlights. Talks that bring back the pure passion of creating software.
- Techstar speakers. Get closer to some of the most influential people in tech. Expect candid conversations, open Q&As and perspectives you won’t find in a product brochure.
- Masterclasses. Pre-event and on-site deep dives led by top tech partners. They focus on core tech mechanics, with zero vendor pitches.
- Product Expo. Put your product in front of thousands of senior architects and leads, and get unfiltered feedback.
- Networking. Meet builders, leads and architects who understand your bottlenecks. A networking party on the first evening keeps the energy going, and your ticket includes dinner on day one.
Can’t make it to Budapest? You can still be part of the experience online. Craft offers hybrid access, and all sessions are recorded and shared with participants after the event.
Curious about what it’s actually like? Craft 2026 brought more than 2,000 software engineers from 60+ countries to the same venue last June. Take a look at the Craft 2026 recap and watch the Craft 2026 aftermovie to get a feel for the atmosphere.
What do attendees say about Craft?
You can read all about a conference, but sometimes the best way to understand it is to hear from the people who have actually been there.
Here’s what previous attendees had to say:
“Craft gives you the kind of vibe that reminds you why you’re still working in IT.” Csaba Szabó, Senior Software Engineer, EPAM
“I love the fact speakers walk among attendees and we can talk with them.” Gábor Barna, Team coach, developer, Ericsson
“World class speakers covering many areas of software engineering and engineering leadership.” Ócsai Katalin, Technical Writing Manager, SAP
How can you get tickets, speak or sponsor?
Whether you want to attend, share your expertise or introduce your company to the Craft community, there are several ways to get involved.
- Tickets. Early bird tickets are on sale now. Buy yours on the Craft 2027 website. To buy by invoice or ask about team discounts, email [email protected].
- Speak. The call for papers usually stays open until spring. Apply with the speaker form.
- Sponsor. Craft puts your brand in front of senior software professionals. Check the sponsors page for the brochure and book a call with the team.
(ALT: Speaker chatting with attendees at Craft Conference 2026 in Budapest)
Frequently asked questions about Craft Conference 2027
When is Craft Conference 2027?
Craft Conference 2027 takes place on 3-4 June 2027.
Where is Craft Conference 2027?
It takes place at the Hungarian Railway Museum at Tatai u. 95, Budapest 1142.
Who speaks at Craft Conference 2027?
Fifteen featured speakers are announced so far, including experts from Google, OpenAI, Tesla, Spotify, Zocdoc and Thrive Market. The full list is on the speakers page.
How can I get tickets?
Early bird tickets are on sale until 14 December 2026 on the Craft 2027 website. For invoices or team discounts, email [email protected].
Can I join Craft Conference 2027 online?
Yes. Craft is a hybrid event, so you can join in person or online.
Where can I follow Craft news?
Subscribe to the CraftHub newsletter, follow Craft on LinkedIn or read the Craft Substack.
Can I speak at Craft Conference 2027?
Yes. The call for papers usually stays open until spring, so apply soon with the speaker form.
