elections/2024/matheis.xml

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	<name>Johannes Matheis</name>

	<title>Senior Manager at Vector Informatik GmbH</title>

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	<email>Johannes.Matheis@vector.com</email>

	<phone></phone>

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    <p>
      My experience with the Eclipse IDE extends back to my university studies
      in computer science. I first worked with version 2.x of the IDE while at
      the startup company aquintos to build the software tool PREEvision. After
      the integration of aquintos into the Vector group, Vector Informatik
      became a member of the Eclipse Foundation. Through the years I have
      enjoyed the opportunity to contribute to the Eclipse IDE Working Group as
      a Strategic Member Representative from Vector.
    </p>
    <p>
      Over the years, I have participated in various EclipseCons and Eclipse
      Demo Camps and followed the evolution of the Eclipse IDE and the Eclipse
      Foundation firsthand. Since April 2023 I have also served, on your behalf,
      as a Contributing Member Representative of the Eclipse Board of Directors.
    </p>
	]]>
	</eclipse_affiliation>
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	<vision>
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            <p>
              My vision for the Eclipse Foundation is to support the further
              growth of the organization so that it may continue to promote
              opportunities for open-source collaboration. I would like to
              introduce three areas of focus that would support this vision.
            </p>
            <h3 class="h5 fw-700">Strengthening the Open-Source Concept</h3>
            <p>    
              I would like to expand the awareness of the open-source model
              among companies and public policymakers by highlighting the
              benefits of open-source membership and joint work for mutually
              beneficial goals. These potential contributors should understand
              the distinctive work atmosphere found in an open-source
              environment.
            </p>		      		
            <h3 class="h5 fw-700">Intensify Working Group Collaboration</h3>
            <p>
              Given the large and growing number of working groups in the
              Eclipse Foundation, coordination and collaboration are critical.
              Creating practical and natural opportunities for collaboration
              where all members can interact and learn from one another benefits
              all our initiatives. These efforts will magnify the value the
              Eclipse Foundation brings to its member companies.
            </p>
            <h3 class="h5 fw-700">
              Advance Eclipse IDE’s position as a vital part of the Eclipse
              Foundation
            </h3>
            <p>
              The Eclipse IDE, as the namesake and core of the Eclipse
              Foundation, has much to offer. The benefits should clearly be
              emphasized to secure the future of a vendor neutral IDE.
            </p>
            <p>
              I believe Eclipse IDE needs a compelling vision in order to grow.
              A particular emphasis on the UI and the performance of the
              platform will be critical. Creating a focused vision and bringing
              it to reality will require additional funding and manpower, both
              of which I would like to help secure.
            </p>
            <p>
              I would be very happy to continue serving on the Eclipse Board of
              Directors on your behalf!
              <br />
              Thank you!
            </p>
		]]>
	</vision>

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	<bio><![CDATA[
    <p>
      Dr. Johannes Matheis is a Senior Manager at Vector Informatik GmbH. He
      studied computer science in Karlsruhe and graduated with a diploma in
      Computer Science in 2004. While working as a developer in the start-up
      aquintos he completed his PhD at Karlsruher Institute for Technology (KIT).
      His areas of special interest include agile working methods, “model-based
      software engineering” and software development especially in Java.
    </p>
    <p>
      As Product Area Manager at Vector Informatik, he is responsible for the
      Platform & Base Development of PREEvision.
    </p>
    <p>
      Vector's more than 4000 employees at 33 locations worldwide support
      manufacturers and suppliers in the automotive and related industries with
      tools, software components and services for developing embedded systems.
    </p>
    <p>
      Apart from his job, he enjoys spending time with his family and loves to
      travel.
    </p>
  ]]></bio>

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	<affiliation>Senior Manager at Vector Informatik GmbH</affiliation>

</boardmember>