# RubyKaigi 2025: SmartBank Joins as Hack Space Sponsor
The world's largest international conference for programming language Ruby, RubyKaigi, has announced its latest sponsorship partner: SmartBank. As a key supporter of the event, SmartBank will be providing resources and expertise to further enhance the hack space experience for attendees.
As one of Japan's leading financial services companies, SmartBank has been at the forefront of technological innovation for over 100 years. Their commitment to cutting-edge technology and community engagement makes them an ideal partner for RubyKaigi 2025.
RubyKaigi is more than just a programming conference – it's a hub for global communication among developers, designers, and industry experts. With its unique blend of technical sessions, developer-focused talks, and networking opportunities, the event has established itself as a premier platform for sharing knowledge and ideas in the Ruby community.
SmartBank joins a prestigious list of sponsors that have supported RubyKaigi in previous years, including well-known companies like Quipper (now part of Recruit) and Engineering Manager Meetup Community. Their participation is a testament to their dedication to fostering innovation and collaboration within the developer community.
# Meet SmartBank's CTO, Daisuke Aritomo
Daisuke Aritomo, CTO of SmartBank, has shared his personal story with RubyKaigi 2024-2025 attendees during the conference.
As a seasoned developer and leader in the financial services industry, Daisuke brings extensive expertise to SmartBank's technology strategy. His experience spans over two decades, having worked on various projects, including education-focused initiatives like Quipper (now part of Recruit). He joined SmartBank as CTO in 2020 after taking a break from employment to write his first book, "seeking entry," which became a hit.
Daisuke has been an active speaker at RubyKaigi conferences since 2015 and will be sharing his insights on the latest trends and best practices in software development during the 2024-2025 event.
# On-the-fly Suggestions of Rewriting Method Deprecations
Join Daisuke Aritomo, CTO of SmartBank, for an on-the-fly discussion on rewriting method deprecations during the 2024-2025 RubyKaigi conference.
This session will delve into the latest research and approaches to improving code quality and reducing technical debt. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from a seasoned expert in software development and industry leader.