Why Being a Founder Made Me a Better Developer

Description

As a developer, it's easy to stay focused on the code. But there's one skill that distinguishes engineers who merely execute from those who generate real impact: understanding the business you're building for. In this talk, Matteo shares what he learned as founder and CTO of Sherpa Platform—and why that experience made him a better engineer. Using Node.js code, real technical decisions, and product context, we'll explore how thinking in terms of value (not just solutions) can transform the way you work as a developer. And yes, we'll also talk about AI: how the team has multiplied its execution speed, and what that means for any Node engineer who wants to remain relevant. A Node-centered talk for developers who want to write better code because they understand the problem better. *** **Speaker: Matteo di Paolantonio** CTO and co-founder of Orbitant. Engineer with roots in the aerospace sector, experience leading teams of over 200 people, and an exit as technical co-founder of Sherpa Platform. *** The event will take place at **[Torre Emperador](https://maps.app.goo.gl/pjGSPQ8RjwZjVJ3X6)**[, in Cinco Torres Business Area, P.º de la Castellana, 259D, Fuencarral-El Pardo, 28046 Madrid](https://maps.app.goo.gl/pjGSPQ8RjwZjVJ3X6) **Meetup sponsored by [Orbitant](https://orbitant.com/), which provides the venue and networking snacks.** We look forward to seeing you!