Agata Skamruk is an experienced Tech Community Leader, Software Developer, and Educator with a proven track record of building, scaling, and nurturing inclusive developer ecosystems. As the main organizer of the PyCode Conference and a key leader within initiatives like PyLadies Poland and Women in Technology, she has successfully driven engagement, fostered strategic partnerships, and created impactful technical programming for thousands of tech professionals.
Beyond her community leadership, Agata brings deep technical credibility and operational expertise. She is the founder and Editor-in-Chief of OSWorld.pl (an open-source portal), CEO of Code Squat, and an IT Educator. Her background spans software development and conducting academic research on digital safety.
As a candidate for the PSF Board of Directors, Agata combines hands-on engineering experience with a strategic vision for developer relations, member engagement, and community-led growth. She thrives at the intersection of technical strategy, advocacy, and community building.
Key Community & Professional Activities
- Meetups & Local Groups:
- Organizer of PyData Trójmiasto and PyLadies Poland (Trójmiasto chapter)
- Founder of local Python groups: PyLbn and PyKosz
- Conferences & Global Events:
- Main Organizer of PyCode Conference
- Member of the Program Committee at PyData Global, PyCon US 2021, and EuroPython 2026
- Co-organizer/Volunteer for EuroPython 2026 with PyLadies Poland
- Co-organizer of PyData Warsaw
- Former co-organizer of PyCon PL (2015 & 2016)
- Leadership & Community:
- Organizer & Leader at PyLadies Poland
- Member and former President of the Polish Python User Group (PPUG)
- Education & Publishing:
- Teacher of technical IT subjects and programming / Python Teacher
- Writer & Editor-in-Chief at OSWorld.pl
I am excited about the possibility of serving on the PSF Board of Directors and contributing to the Foundation’s efforts to create a more inclusive and supportive Python community. Thank you for considering my nomination.