Shashank Tiwari is Founder & CEO of Treasury of Ideas, a technology driven innovation and value optimization company. As an experienced software developer and architect, he is adept in a multitude of technologies. He is an internationally recognized speaker, author and mentor. As an expert group member on a number of JCP (Java Community Process) specifications he has been actively participating in shaping the future of Java. He is also an common voice in the NoSQL and Cloud Computing space and a recognized expert in the RIA community. Currently, he passionately builds high performance scalable applications and advises many on Cloud Computing, NoSQL, RIA and mobile application adoption. His clients range from large financial service corporations to brilliant startups, whom he helps translate cutting edge ideas into reality. He is also actively engaged in training and mentoring developers and architects in leading edge technology. He is the author of a number of books and articles, including Advanced Flex 3 (Apress, 2008), Professional BlazeDS (Wiley, 2009), Advanced Flex 4 (APress, 2010) and Professional NoSQL (Wiley, 2011). He lives with his wife and two sons in Palo Alto, CA. More information about him can be accessed at his website.