Alistair Barker

C++ Software Engineer, Creative Software

L-Acoustics

About Me

Ali Barker is a software engineer on the Creative Software team at L-Acoustics, where he contributes to the development of the L-ISA platform, delivering cutting-edge tools for immersive live sound experiences. With a Master’s degree in Music & Sound Computing from Queen Mary University of London, Ali brings deep expertise in C++ development and real-time audio processing.

His past work includes designing audio plug-ins and building real-time audio libraries, blending technical precision with creative innovation. When not programming, Ali is a musician — often found on stage playing trumpet with various bands — or exploring nature on a hiking trail somewhere.

Sessions

  • How To Successfully Develop Software Products
    11:20 - 12:10 UTC | Tuesday 11th November 2025 | Bristol 3
    Beginner
    Intermediate
    Advanced

    The world of software development is overflowing with advice, best practices, frameworks, methodologies, and tools. But after years of building real-world products, many teams come to the same realisation: what’s praised at conferences or preached in blog posts isn’t always the right fit for every project. In this talk, we’ll explore how to make better decisions by mapping software products along two key dimensions: complexity and maturity. We’ll show how these factors influence everything from architecture to team structure, and why context matters more than dogma. Some topics we’ll explore: Minimum viable product (MVP) vs prototype: what’s the difference and […]