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# Michael Irwin
Principal Software Engineer at Docker making Generative AI approachable for everyday developers.

## About

Michael Irwin helps developers build generative AI applications using familiar tools at Docker. As a Principal Software Engineer for Developer Success, he shows teams how to bridge the gap between traditional setups and the modern AI stack.

His recent work focuses on making large language models approachable for everyone. He runs hands-on workshops that break down everything from the OpenAI API to orchestrating complex agents using Docker Compose and the Model Context Protocol.



## Past Sessions

### World Congress 2025 · July 9, 2025
Berlin, Germany
- [Building Agentic Apps with Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/events/world-congress-2025/sessions/511-building-agentic) · 120 min



## Videos

- [All things Docker Compose!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/669-all-things-docker-compose) · Michael Irwin


## Links

- [X](https://twitter.com/mikesir87)
- [LinkedIn](https://linkedin.com/in/mikesir87)