At the October KC JUG meetup, Bryan Stopp (AEM Architect @ VML) will give an introduction into the Apache Sling web framework. We'll be covering resource resolution, renderer selection, and resource inclusion. In addition we'll cover Job/Events in sling, wrapping up with Sling Models (Sling's JPA-like API) and the new templating framework Sightly. Similiar to the previous meetups the format will be a short presentation on the topics, followed by implementation examples.
Speaker Bio
Bryan has over 12 years of experience designing and developing Java-based enterprise software solutions. He started at VML as a Java developer before quickly advancing to Technical Architect. Currently a Platform Architect, specializing in the Adobe Experience Manager CMS, he leads the AEM Center of Excellence for VML’s headquarters in Kansas City, defining best practices and streamlining development efforts. His expertise has benefited VML’s clients such as Ford, MEDHOST, MasterCard, Korean Air, Kellogg, Eloqua, and Barclay’s Premier League. Bryan has also filled in as an architect for Adobe Professional Services through the VML-Adobe partnership. Bryan has been awarded Adobe Certified Expert: AEM 6 Architect in February 2015. His skills and expertise have made him a much sought-after resource both in-house and abroad.