Stefan Zils

@eifel42
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Hi, I’m Stefan Zils, a software architect and business analyst passionate about turning innovative ideas into reality. I look forward to sharing insights on nature, technology, and digital transformation with you.
Impressumhttps://www.eifel42.dev/page/compliance/imprint/
Datenschutzhttps://www.eifel42.dev/page/compliance/gdpr/#de
Webpagehttps://www.eifel42.dev
GitHubhttps://github.com/Eifel42

Ulmener Maar

From Maar to Jungfernweiher – Nature Experience - Volcanic Lake

The Ulmener Maar is a unique site in the Eifel region for several reasons. Nestled near the picturesque town center and overshadowed by castle ruins, it is perfect for short walks and hikes. A “maar” is a Moselle Franconian term for a volcanic crater lake.

https://www.eifel42.dev/post/ulmener-maar/

#UlmenerMaar #Vulkaneifel #AdventureIsOutThere #ExploreGermany #NatureLovers #DayTrip #VolcanoLake
#Eifel #Hiking

Ulmener Maar — Eifel42

Ulmener Maar (near Ulmen): perfect for short walks, with the Ulmener‑Maar‑Stollen tunnel and the bird sanctuary Jungfernweiher.

Key Insights from the Microsoft AI Tour 2025

AI governance, data quality, and T-shaped experts
https://www.eifel42.dev/post/2025-11-10-microsoft-ai-tour/
#MicrosoftAITour #GitHubCopilot #AI

Key Insights from the Microsoft AI Tour 2025 — Eifel42

Key insights from Microsoft AI Tour 2025: AI governance, data security, data mesh architecture, and why T-shaped experts are essential for AI adoption.

The Elztal (Eltz Valley) in the Eifel region is a perfect destination for those who appreciate both natural beauty and historical architecture.

In this area, you’ll find two key landmarks, each accessible via its own scenic hiking trails...

https://www.eifel42.dev/post/eltz-valley-medieval-castles-hiking/
#EltzCastle #Pyrmont #Eifel #Maifeld #Hiking

Eltz Valley — Eifel42

Explore Eltz Valley in the Eifel region: hike from Pyrmont Castle to the iconic Eltz Castle on Germany's most beautiful trails, with waterfalls and medieval architecture.

I had the opportunity to attend the Entwickler Summit in Berlin, and it was an invaluable experience. While the buzz around AI is palpable, the discussions on architectural topics such as Domain-Driven Design (DDD), legacy modernization, and responsible software design were truly enlightening. ...

https://www.eifel42.dev/post/2025-09-20-entwikler-summit/
#EntwicklerSummit #DeveloperSummit #2025 #Berlin

What is a scrum increment? Is agile only for administration or for adding business value?

A software industry manager highlighted that her organization utilizes agile methods. However, she is interested in documenting the workshop outcomes rather than just engaging in agile discussions.

https://eifel42.dev/post/2024-10-20-agile-increment/

#AgileDevelopment #IncrementalDelivery #Scrum #ProductOwner #AgileTransformation #ContinuousImprovement

Agile Increment

Agile methods focus on delivering usable, valuable outcomes across all business areas. A shippable increment ensures progress toward goals. Wertbildungsrechnung extends value measurement beyond profits, aligning with agile’s mission-driven approach for sustainable results.

What valuable insights can we obtain from the north facade of the Trier Cathedral for software architecture documentation? This enduring structure has withstood the test for 1700 years and continues to be used for its original purpose. Is agile documentation non-existent?
https://eifel42.dev/post/2024-08-01-documentation-cathedral/

#archicture #softwaredevelopment #arc42 #trier #cathedral #agile #documentation

Forgotten Knowledge

Software Documentation is essential. Forgotten knowledge can affect any organization or software project. The North Facade of the Trier Cathedral testified to forgotten knowledge from the fall of the Roman Empire to today.

EU-DSGVO / GDPR
Website Evidence Collector Pipline

The European Union offers a free GDPR compliance checker.

https://www.eifel42.dev/post/2024-05-25-gpdr-pipline/
https://github.com/EU-EDPS/website-evidence-collector

#DSGVO #GDPR

Website Evidence Collector Pipline

A hands-on approach to check GDPR compliance of webpages.

Javaland 2024, Nürburgring

Impressions from a software development conference in the Eifel.