Martin Förtsch

If you can't change it after delivery call it hardware - not software.
Summary
Martin Förtsh is an IT software consultant with over a decade of experience in agile software development, databases, programming, and search engine technologies.
He is recognized as an Intel Software Innovator and an Intel Black Belt Software Developer, actively contributing to the development of open-source software for gesture control using 3D cameras such as Intel RealSense.
Having studied computer science and applied sciences, Martin has successfully turned his passion into his profession.
His expertise lies in agile software development, databases, networks, and the entire software development life cycle, with a strong focus on automated testing.
Martin has employed agile methodologies in various projects with great success, implementing continuous integration, refactoring, and test-driven development to ensure the delivery of high-quality software.
He specializes in information retrieval, search engines, and data processing, utilizing both open-source and commercial tools alongside data mining technologies to analyze and visualize data effectively, especially for social and media monitoring purposes.
His keen interest in gesture controls and 3D-camera systems has led him to develop award-winning Java software and showcase innovative demos at global conferences, demonstrating the potential of gesture controls in directing drones and robots.
Additionally, Martin is an author for the tech blog parrotsonjava.com, where he shares insights on gesture control technology.
Martin Förtsch's educational background includes studying Diplom-Informatik (FH) - Diploma in Computer Science, with a specialization in computer science and applied sciences, achieving top honors at Hochschule Merseburg after completing his Abitur at Albert Schweitzer Gymnasium Ruhla.
Currently serving as a Principal Consultant at TNG Technology Consulting, Martin has held various roles in prominent organizations such as Intel Corporation, where he was a Black Belt Software Developer and Software Innovator.
His professional journey also includes positions as a Senior Software Consultant, Software Developer, Research Assistant, and Lecturer at different institutions and companies, showcasing his diverse experience and versatile skill set.