Revving up to build: Top Down with Matt Nowzari

Matt Nowzari, a software engineer at Elastic based in North Carolina, focuses on integrating external data into Elasticsearch using tools like Open Crawler, Elastic connectors, and Agent Builder. Passionate about open-source development and community engagement, Matt believes innovation is driven by collaboration and encourages developers to actively participate in the open-source community. Outside of his professional endeavors, he is an avid car enthusiast, participating in autocross events and aspiring to become a certified track instructor. His work routine includes a balance of communication with European teammates in the morning and deep-focus work in the afternoon, supported by a well-organized workspace featuring a MacBook Pro, an ultrawide monitor, and a mechanical keyboard. Matt leverages tools like VS Code and AI integrations for code review and refinement, while music aids in maintaining a steady workflow. He is intrigued by the potential of Agent Builder in Kibana for transforming how users interact with data, and envisions creating a searchable knowledge base for older car repairs if given the opportunity.