Great International Developer Summit (GIDS)

The Winning Formula: Human Ingenuity Meets Software Development -Ari Kaplan

26:05 · 21 Apr 2026 – 24 Apr 2026 · YouTube

About this talk

In this session, Ari Kaplan discusses his extensive experiences at the intersection of data and creativity, drawing from his time as the creator of the Chicago Cubs analytics department and as a data strategist in Formula 1. He shares insights on how collaboration between humans and data can lead to extraordinary results, emphasizing the importance of analytics at scale, rapid experimentation, and continuous innovation in redefining performance across various industries. Attendees will learn how data, artificial intelligence, and human creativity converge to drive innovation, along with valuable lessons on adapting to a rapidly changing, data-first world in software development.