Jean-Georges “jgp” Perrin is a Principal Architect at Expedia, where he seamlessly combines his love for travel and data. In this role, he drives the strategic direction of enterprise data architecture, helping shape Expedia’s approach to data-driven innovation.
As chair of the Linux Foundation’s Bitol project, Jean-Georges leads efforts to establish global standards for data, including the Open Data Contract Standard (ODCS), which fosters more reliable and efficient data ecosystems. He is the author of Implementing Data Mesh (O’Reilly), a pivotal resource for the data community, and Spark in Action, 2nd edition (Manning), which empowers developers to harness the power of Apache Spark.
With over 25 years of IT expertise, Jean-Georges has earned titles such as Lifetime IBM Champion, PayPal Champion, and Data Mesh MVP, reflecting his contributions to data innovation. Passionate about sharing knowledge, he has spoken at over 100 international conferences and regularly shares insights through his blog at jgp.ai.
Outside his professional life, Jean-Georges enjoys exploring the scenic landscapes of Upstate New York and New England with his family, balancing his love for technology with a passion for nature and adventure.
Jean-Georges “jgp” Perrin is available for consulting. Get in touch!
To discover a little more about jgp:
- Talks and conferences, mainly technical.
- Publications, starting in 2013, there is even fiction!
- Some interviews and press coverage.