In this keynote, Gregor Hohpe explains why successful platforms should enable innovation instead of restricting it, why abstraction is about clarity rather than hiding complexity, and how Domain-Driven Design provides the missing link between platform engineering and real business value. He also shares practical lessons on cognitive load, platform design, and why platforms should act like products rather than infrastructure.

Key Takeaways:

1. Great platforms enable innovation instead of limiting it.
2. Domain knowledge is the foundation of meaningful platform engineering.
3. Good abstractions create clarity without hiding reality.
4. Platform teams should build products, not ticket systems.
5. AI can accelerate development, but human judgment remains essential.

Want to rethink what platform engineering is really about? Watch Gregor Hohpe's keynote to discover how Domain-Driven Design, thoughtful abstractions, and domain knowledge help build platforms that create real business value.