Mark Stephens

  • https://www.idrsolutions.com Mark founded the company and has worked with Java and PDF since 1997. The original creator of the core code, he is also a NetBeans enthusiast who enjoys speaking at conferences and reading. He holds an Athletics Blue and an MA in Mediaeval History from St. Andrews University.

   



195 Stories by Mark Stephens

Travelling to Istanbul by train for DevFest conference – Part 3 onwards to Budapest

Another day another night train. After a full day in Prague, it’s time for another night train…. Journey to Budapest Tonight it’s a six...
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Travelling to Istanbul by train for DevFest conference – Part 2 Travelling to Prague

Welcome to Prague – I am glad you could make it after all that planning. Let’s catch-up on the trip so far… Getting to...
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Travelling to Istanbul by train for DevFest conference – Part 1 the plan

This year, we decided to do something special by taking the train rather than flying to attend the DevFest conference in Istanbul. So join...
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7 things to do while you are attending DevFest Istanbul

If you are attending DevFest Istanbul on Sunday 7th December 2025, you are guaranteed a great time! It’s an amazingly friendly event, with lots...
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How history suggests the AI revolution will play out…

What can the old-fashioned printing press teach us about AI? More than you might think… How History might show the future Yesterday, I was...
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Experience the ‘best 2 hours of your life’ in Istanbul

In Sultanahmet square (Istanbul), there is a non-descript building between the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia. Most people just walk past it…. When I...
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