The train as a thinking space
As the train whizzes towards Arnhem, I let my gaze rest on the passing landscape. This journey is more than just a physical journey. It is a mental preparation for what is to come: a visit to the European Parliament in Brussels. As Data-Pro, I look forward to discussions about digital sovereignty, open source software and the foundations of a digital Europe. But honestly, I'm maybe even more looking forward to the people I'm going to meet there.
“Travel is not just about moving, it is about thinking ahead.”
Digital Sovereignty Begins with Choice
In a world where Big Tech controls our infrastructure and communications, the importance of autonomy is growing. Digital sovereignty is not about control, but about control over your own digital future. Europe has a unique opportunity – and responsibility.
“Freedom begins where dependence ends.”
The Power of Open Source
Open source is now much more than an alternative to commercial software. It's a way of thinking: open, collaborative and adaptable. In my work, I see time and time again how organizations get stuck in closed ecosystems. Open source offers space, speed and control.
“Transparency is not a luxury, it is the oxygen of digital autonomy.”
Brussels as a crossroads
Politics may seem distant, but in Brussels visions, questions and stories come together. I hope for conversations that go beyond points of view. Meetings that broaden your horizons. There, at the crossroads of policy and practice, something new is emerging.
“Politics starts where people are willing to really listen.”
The person behind the data
We build systems, but it's people who give them meaning. As Data-Pro, I believe in technology that supports people, not replaces them. In solutions that connect, not divide. Data only becomes powerful when the human context is given.
“Data only connects when people do.”
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