Gillian Armstrong

Gillian Armstrong is a Senior Solutions Architect on the Builder team at Amazon Web Services, specializing in Generative AI solutions. She brings extensive full-stack development and architectural experience to her role, supporting the design and implementation of scalable, cloud-native systems—often with a serverless-first approach.

Gillian is especially passionate about how AI, particularly generative and conversational technologies, is transforming human-computer interaction. She explores how cognitive technologies reshape software design, striving to make systems feel more intuitive, responsive, and human-centered.

Beyond her technical work, Gillian is a prolific speaker and writer. She frequently shares her knowledge on topics like generative AI, serverless architectures, and intelligent systems at conferences and meetups. Her notable talk, “Outsmarting the Genie: How to Make Smart Architecture Decisions When Building Gen AI Apps,” demonstrates her ability to translate complex technologies into practical guidance.

Gillian also curates thoughtful content through her online presence, where she reflects on the psychology and philosophy of AI, sustainable software, and the journey of learning. She values collaboration, storytelling, and community engagement as integral to technological innovation and growth.

At How to Web Conference 2025, attendees will benefit from her rare blend of deep architectural know-how, creative thought leadership, and community-driven spirit. She will walk through how to integrate generative AI into flexible, scalable systems with a human-first design ethos. Expect clear frameworks, practical insights, and inspiration for building next-generation intelligent systems.

Join Gillian Armstrong at How to Web Conference 2025 to explore the future of cloud-native AI—where architecture is not just about code, but about crafting meaningful, human-centered experiences.