SSW Chapel Sydney
About the Event
What is Angular Hack Day?
Angular Hack Days are community-run events for Angular Developers or people who want to learn Angular for free.
There will be something for everyone. Experienced Angular developers can share ideas with other experienced developers. If you are a beginner, then there’s plenty to learn on the day.
It’s recommended that attendees bring their own laptop on the day with Angular already set up and installed. If you’ve never played with Angular before, it would be good to do a little bit of learning before the day, but it’s not a requirement, as all are welcome.
Why Learn Angular?
AI makes it easier to write code. Angular makes it easier to organise that code into something a team can maintain.
AI makes it easier than ever to write code quickly, but speed is only useful if that code can be maintained, tested, and scaled by a real team.
That is where Angular still matters.
While React gets a lot of attention, Angular gives developers a strong, opinionated framework with TypeScript-first development, built-in routing, forms, services, dependency injection, and clear conventions. Those guardrails are especially valuable in the AI age, because they help keep AI-generated code structured, consistent, and production-ready.
For new or AI-curious developers, Angular is worth a taste test. It shows how AI can help you move fast without creating chaos, and how a well-structured framework can make your apps easier for both humans and AI to understand, extend, and maintain.
About the Speakers
Adam Cogan
Chief Architect + Microsoft Regional Director
Adam Cogan is the Chief Architect and a Microsoft Regional Director at SSW, where he leverages more than three decades of experience building custom enterprise solutions across .NET, Azure, AI, Office 365, SharePoint, Dynamics 365, and the Power Platform. A respected thought leader in the tech community, Adam is a Microsoft Regional Director, Microsoft MVP (ALM), Certified Scrum Trainer, and frequent presenter at major international conferences including TechEd, DDD, and NDC. He mentors teams around the world on software architecture, DevOps, and modern development practices, and has trained thousands of developers while helping guide careers that have grown into industry leadership roles.
Luke Cook
VP of Development (NSW)
Luke is a seasoned professional with over 15 years of dedicated experience in the dynamic realms of Fintech and Paytech. Throughout his career, he has been instrumental in crafting cutting-edge software solutions tailored to the needs of numerous Australian businesses. His collaborative efforts with the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) and Superannuation funds on pivotal industry initiatives such as SuperStream and Single Touch Payroll underscore his deep engagement and influence within the sector. Luke thrives on unraveling intricate business processes and streamlining them for seamless user experiences. He has been actively involved in .NET since its 2.0 iteration. Maintaining a pulse on the latest advancements, Luke remains closely connected to the .NET community, drawing inspiration from its vibrant ecosystem. His tech stack of choice is .NET WebAPIs with single-page application (SPA) frameworks such as Angular and Blazor, enabling him to craft robust and modern solutions.
Matt Wicks
Solution Architect
Matt is an elite SSW Solution Architect who runs the Newcastle office. Matt stands out in the tech landscape as a certified Scrum Master, an Octopus Insider, and is GitHub accredited. From the early days when .NET 2 was still in beta, Matt has been capitalizing on the full potential of the Microsoft stack, coding his way to ingenious solutions that deliver significant business value. His rich portfolio spans across diverse industry verticals, having partnered with small businesses as well as juggernauts listed on ASX from the realms of finance, engineering, and HR. Such accolades not only highlight his exceptional technical prowess but also his unwavering dedication to continuous education and innovation.