About CPTMSDUG

Learn more about our mission, history, and the passionate community that drives innovation in Cape Town's tech scene

Our Mission

We are dedicated to fostering a vibrant community of developers, architects, and technology enthusiasts passionate about Microsoft technologies and modern development practices.

Our mission is to provide a platform for knowledge sharing, networking, and professional growth through regular meetups, workshops, and collaborative events. We believe in the power of community-driven learning and innovation.

Community First

Building connections and fostering collaboration

Continuous Learning

Staying current with latest technologies

Innovation

Exploring cutting-edge solutions and ideas

Collaboration

Working together to solve real-world challenges

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Part of the global .NET Foundation community with 183 groups worldwide

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Events Hosted

12+

Years Active

100+

Speakers

Technologies We Focus On

Our community covers a wide range of Microsoft technologies and modern development practices

.NET & C#

Modern .NET development, C# best practices, and cross-platform applications.

Microsoft Azure

Cloud computing, Azure services, serverless architectures, and cloud-native solutions.

Mobile Development

Xamarin, MAUI, cross-platform mobile apps, and mobile-first development strategies.

Artificial Intelligence

AI services, machine learning, cognitive services, and intelligent applications.

DevOps

CI/CD pipelines, Azure DevOps, automation, and modern deployment practices.

Web Development

ASP.NET Core, Blazor, modern web frameworks, and progressive web applications.

IoT

Internet of Things, edge computing, Azure IoT services, and connected devices.

Visual Studio

Development tools, IDE best practices, extensions, and productivity techniques.

Leadership Team

Meet the passionate organizers who make our community thrive

Allan Pead
Allan Pead

Lead Organizer & Microsoft MVP

CTO, developer, lecturer, Microsoft Internet of Things MVP, Microsoft Dev Technologies MVP, Microsoft Azure MVP with more than 20 years commercial experience.

Carike Botha
Carike Botha

Co-Organizer

Development Consultant at iSolve Business Solutions, Power Platform enthusiast focused on Azure, Microsoft Teams, SharePoint, K2, C#, and ASP.Net.

Roma Gupta
Roma Gupta

Co-Organizer

Account Technology Strategist at Microsoft, Power Platform enthusiast who transforms business needs into technical solutions. Expert in Power BI, Scribe & Azure Data Factory.

Matthew Leibowitz
Matthew Leibowitz

Co-Organizer

Principal Software Engineer at Microsoft working on .NET MAUI. Open-source enthusiast and maintainer of SkiaSharp. Passionate about cross-platform development and mobile technologies.

Louise van der Bijl
Louise van der Bijl

Co-Organizer

Technology professional with expertise in software development, community building, and technical leadership in the Microsoft ecosystem.

Our Community Values

The principles that guide our community and shape our events

Inclusivity

We welcome developers of all backgrounds, experience levels, and perspectives. Our community is built on respect, diversity, and mutual support.

Knowledge Sharing

We believe in the power of sharing knowledge freely. Every member has something valuable to contribute to our collective learning.

Innovation

We encourage experimentation, creativity, and pushing the boundaries of what's possible with technology.

Mentorship

Experienced developers mentor newcomers, creating a supportive environment for professional growth and learning.

Professional Ethics

We promote ethical development practices, responsible technology use, and consideration for the broader impact of our work.

Local Impact

We're committed to strengthening Cape Town's tech ecosystem and contributing to South Africa's digital transformation.

Ready to Join Our Community?

Whether you're a seasoned developer or just starting your journey, there's a place for you in our community. Join us for our next meetup and become part of Cape Town's vibrant tech scene.

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