Loading…
The sessions listed below are for informational purposes only. The final schedule will be available through the IBM TechXchange session catalog, and the IBM Events app will be the official App for NAViGATE. You can build your personal schedule there, as well as see full set of sessions available to you as an attendee.
Company: Introductory Level clear filter
Monday, October 26
 

9:00am EDT

AI Won't Take Your Job: How to Become Irreplaceable in the AI Era
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD
The fear is real. AI can now write code, generate documentation, and handle tasks that once required skilled developers. So what happens to your career? Here's the truth: AI won't replace developers who know how to leverage it - it will only make them more valuable. In this session, we'll show you exactly how AI can multiply your value rather than diminish it. You'll see live demonstrations of developers using AI to tackle work they've never done before, from writing RPG code without RPG experience to generating complete documentation in minutes to automatically generating regression test code. We'll share real stories from our team about the transition from skepticism to enthusiastic adoption, including the specific moment when everything clicked. You'll learn practical strategies for integrating AI into your workflow, understanding what AI does well versus where human expertise remains critical, and positioning yourself as the developer who bridges traditional systems with AI-powered innovation. Whether you're worried about job security or ready to embrace the future, you'll leave with concrete steps to make yourself more valuable than ever.
Speakers
avatar for Aaron Magid

Aaron Magid

Chief Architect, Eradani
Aaron Magid, Chief Architect at Eradani, has over a decade of experience in software development and technology. He specializes in modernizing legacy systems like IBM i/AS400 using Python, Node.js, and Java. Aaron excels in bridging old and new technologies together for clients, helping... Read More →
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD 285 Andrew Young International Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30313
  Business and IT Strategy

9:00am EDT

Rethinking IBM i Talent: Hiring, Mentoring, and Growing the Next Generation Together!
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD
For years, the IBM i community has talked about the same challenge: “Our experienced people are retiring, and we can’t find anyone to replace them.” But is there really a talent shortage, or is it time to rethink how we hire, mentor, and grow talent? In this joint session, Brian Nordland (Director of Development - IBM Power at Fortra) and Steven Wolk (CTO of PC Richard & Son) share practical, real world strategies that have helped their organizations successfully attract and develop the next generation of IBM i professionals. Rather than focusing on theory, this session is packed with practical examples, lessons learned, success stories, and honest discussion about what has and hasn’t worked. Whether you’re struggling to hire, trying to retain talent, or looking for ways to energize your existing team, you’ll leave this session with actionable ideas you can immediately apply within your own organization. The future of IBM i talent won’t happen by accident. It happens when we intentionally build it!
Speakers
avatar for Steven Wolk

Steven Wolk

CTO, PC Richard & Son
Steven Wolk is the CTO for PC Richard & Son. Founded in 1909, PC Richard is a family owned and operated chain of over 65 appliance, electronics, and mattress superstores located throughout NY, NJ, CT, and PA. Steve's deep background in retail began on the sales floor while in college... Read More →
avatar for Brian Nordland

Brian Nordland

Director of Development, Fortra
Brian Nordland is the Director of Development for IBM Power Development at Fortra. Brian has been a prominent speaker at events, webinars, and user groups, including COMMON and LUG for over a decade. He is a co-inventor on multiple patents and has authored technical publications in... Read More →
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD 285 Andrew Young International Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30313
  Business and IT Strategy

9:00am EDT

The Human Edge: How to Stay Relevant in an AI World!
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD
Worried about what artificial intelligence means for your job or your future? You’re not alone. As AI becomes capable of writing, coding, analyzing, and creating, it’s easy to wonder - what’s left for us humans? Join this session to learn exactly where your human edge lies - and how to use it to thrive in the AI era. You’ll discover how timeless human skills like creativity, empathy, communication, and judgment are not only irreplaceable, but also essential to getting the best results from AI - transforming it from a threat to an incredibly powerful ally!
Speakers
avatar for Steven Wolk

Steven Wolk

CTO, PC Richard & Son
Steven Wolk is the CTO for PC Richard & Son. Founded in 1909, PC Richard is a family owned and operated chain of over 65 appliance, electronics, and mattress superstores located throughout NY, NJ, CT, and PA. Steve's deep background in retail began on the sales floor while in college... Read More →
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD 285 Andrew Young International Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30313
  Business and IT Strategy

9:00am EDT

Why AI Projects Stall: The Operating Model That Restores Speed, Alignment, and Time to Value
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD
AI projects rarely stall because of the technology alone. They stall when ownership is unclear, decisions are delayed, governance is disconnected from delivery, and teams lose momentum across the lifecycle. In this session, we will break down the most common points where AI initiatives slow or fail and share an Alignment Operating Model for restoring speed, accountability, and progress. Attendees will gain practical tools to identify bottlenecks, improve cross-functional coordination, strengthen execution, and accelerate time to value from pilot through production.
Speakers
HC
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD 285 Andrew Young International Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30313
  Business and IT Strategy, Artificial Intelligence |   Technologies Integrated with IBM i, Artificial Intelligence

9:00am EDT

Db2 for i from the comfort of your VS Code
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD
VS Code and Code for IBM i are really built with IBM i developers in mind. Add the Db2 for IBM i extension in the mix and you get the perfect toolset for working with the database. This open source extension, built by the community for the community, brings all the tools one needs to run queries and display results from within VS Code. But wait, there's more! Data export, Visual Explain, SELF, AI integration ... there is lot of great features to discover, and they are right at your fingertips !
Speakers
avatar for Markus Glaser

Markus Glaser

IBM Champion | Tech Lead Modernization, i and me - IT Training and Solutions GmbH
Proud to be IBM Champion! I am also a Software-Developer and coding enthusiast
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD 285 Andrew Young International Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30313
  Database

9:00am EDT

Db2 for i Indexing Strategy Guide
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD
One of the most important things needed to improve SQL performance is to have the proper indexing over tables, especially as your databases grow in size. Indexes are so important that Db2 for i supports different types of indexes. The order of the keys that you choose for your index key definitions is also just as important as the indexing technology in terms of the performance impact that the index can deliver for your query workloads. The number of indexes that you create is another consideration as you put together an indexing strategy for your database.
Speakers
avatar for Kent Milligan

Kent Milligan

Senior Db2 for i Consultant, IBM
Kent Milligan is a Senior Db2 for i Consultant in IBM Technology Expert Labs. Kent has over 25 years of experience as a Db2 for IBM i consultant and developer working out of the IBM Rochester lab. Prior to re-joining the Db2 for i Expert Labs practice in 2020, Kent spent 5 years... Read More →
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD 285 Andrew Young International Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30313
  Database

9:00am EDT

Db2 for i Indexing Tools Guide
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD
Having the the proper indexes on your database is a critical success factor for good performance for SQL programs and query workloads. Db2 for i provides multiple tools to help implement and manage your database indexing strategy because this it's such an important topic. The tools include graphical tools provided by the IBM i Access Client Solutions (ACS) SQL Performance Center and services interface that enable you to programmatically manage indexes on your application database.
Speakers
avatar for Kent Milligan

Kent Milligan

Senior Db2 for i Consultant, IBM
Kent Milligan is a Senior Db2 for i Consultant in IBM Technology Expert Labs. Kent has over 25 years of experience as a Db2 for IBM i consultant and developer working out of the IBM Rochester lab. Prior to re-joining the Db2 for i Expert Labs practice in 2020, Kent spent 5 years... Read More →
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD 285 Andrew Young International Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30313
  Database

9:00am EDT

IBM Bob & Db2 for i
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD
IBM Bob Premium Package for i is an AI coding assistant optimized for IBM i development. Unlike generic AI tools, Bob is trained on IBM i languages, conventions, and best practices, making it uniquely qualified to assist with RPG, CL, DDS, and SQL development. This session will show examples of Bob in daily development work, including generating and explaining RPG, CL, and DDS code, SQL query generation and optimization, creating documentation, and generating unit tests. Bob can help you to increase productivity, improve code quality, and help solve complex problems on IBM i.
Speakers
avatar for Sarah Mackenzie

Sarah Mackenzie

IBM
Sarah has worked at IBM since 2013 and is a key developer working on the IBM i Development team in Rochester. She is specifically focused on Db2 for i and is responsible for helping to implementing many of the recent enhancements to Db2 for i, including RCAC and Temporal Tables. Sarah... Read More →
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD 285 Andrew Young International Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30313
  Database, Artificial Intelligence

9:00am EDT

Leveraging IBM Database Expert Query for Reporting
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD
We'll create reporting and charts during this session showcasing how both system admin and business users can easily run and create reports.
Speakers
avatar for John Westcott

John Westcott

Consultant and Db2 for i Team Lead, IBM
John Westcott is a Senior Delivery Consult and Db2 for i Team Lead in IBM Technology Expert Labs. John is highyly skilled in SQL, RPG, Data Analytics, Rest API, and both database and application modernization.
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD 285 Andrew Young International Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30313
  Database

9:00am EDT

Stepping through SQL Performance
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD
Every SQL statement has a predefined steps that it must go through before it can complete you data base requests.  Each step taken can positively or negatively impact SQL performance - especially on transactional applications that are running the same set of SQL statements over and over again. This session will explain each step needed to run an SQL statement and the structures that Db2 creates that can impact performance. In addition, this session will review application design and settings that can impact the performance of the required steps.
Speakers
avatar for Kent Milligan

Kent Milligan

Senior Db2 for i Consultant, IBM
Kent Milligan is a Senior Db2 for i Consultant in IBM Technology Expert Labs. Kent has over 25 years of experience as a Db2 for IBM i consultant and developer working out of the IBM Rochester lab. Prior to re-joining the Db2 for i Expert Labs practice in 2020, Kent spent 5 years... Read More →
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD 285 Andrew Young International Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30313
  Database

9:00am EDT

Using Bob for Database Tasks
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD
Come learn about the latest AI technology from the IBM i team! The IBM Bob Premium Package for i contains a tailored Database mode, designed to help the programmer and system administrator with everyday database tasks, such as SQL performance analysis, query writing and debugging, and much more.
Speakers
avatar for Sarah Mackenzie

Sarah Mackenzie

IBM
Sarah has worked at IBM since 2013 and is a key developer working on the IBM i Development team in Rochester. She is specifically focused on Db2 for i and is responsible for helping to implementing many of the recent enhancements to Db2 for i, including RCAC and Temporal Tables. Sarah... Read More →
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD 285 Andrew Young International Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30313
  Database, Artificial Intelligence

9:00am EDT

What's New in DB2 for i: IBM i 7.6 Release and Latest TR Updates
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD
In this session, we will explore the latest database enhancements delivered in IBM i 7.6 and the most recent IBM i 7.6 and 7.5 Technology Refreshes. You will learn about security enhancements including IBM i Integrated Multi-factor authentication (MFA), SQL enhancements that provide new capabilities, and new and expanded IBM i Services that provide deeper system insights. This session will include something for everyone and anyone who uses the IBM i.
Speakers
avatar for Sarah Mackenzie

Sarah Mackenzie

IBM
Sarah has worked at IBM since 2013 and is a key developer working on the IBM i Development team in Rochester. She is specifically focused on Db2 for i and is responsible for helping to implementing many of the recent enhancements to Db2 for i, including RCAC and Temporal Tables. Sarah... Read More →
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD 285 Andrew Young International Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30313
  Database

9:00am EDT

Writing SQL Programs
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD
Of couse you already know that SQL is more than SELECT. INSERT, etc statements. Now you need to level up your SQL ability and write SQL programs: Stored Procedure and Functions. Need a quick start? This is the session for you! Learn how to code in SQL PL (Procedural Language) and well make comparision to how you'd do that in RPG.
Speakers
avatar for John Westcott

John Westcott

Consultant and Db2 for i Team Lead, IBM
John Westcott is a Senior Delivery Consult and Db2 for i Team Lead in IBM Technology Expert Labs. John is highyly skilled in SQL, RPG, Data Analytics, Rest API, and both database and application modernization.
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD 285 Andrew Young International Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30313
  Database

9:00am EDT

DB2 Mirror - Logistics for 400K trucks -  Driving Business Outcomes
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD
This Trucking company generates over 3.2M downloads to equip over 400,000 trucks 7 x 24 with all the AI features they need for their workday.  Near zero downtime was the only way to keep the fleets connected and moving. This CASE Study will present through the eyes of the customer a roadmap: IBM lab DB2 Assessment, reference architecture, implementation, testing failover and day to day management for DB2 Mirror.
Speakers
avatar for Richard Dolewski

Richard Dolewski

VP, Hybrid Enterprise Solutions, Lightedge
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD 285 Andrew Young International Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30313
  High Availability Resilience

9:00am EDT

Navigating the HA/DR Maze: Make the Right Move
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD
In today’s ever-evolving IT landscape, ensuring continuous business operations requires a strategic approach to High Availability (HA) and Disaster Recovery (DR). With a growing array of technologies, both on-premises and in the cloud, choosing the right solution can feel like navigating a maze. This session will guide you through the key considerations for building a resilient HA/DR strategy. We’ll explore the different types of outages and align them with the technologies designed to mitigate their impact. Whether you're planning for hardware failures, software issues, or full system outages, understanding your business requirements and protection goals is critical. Join us for a practical overview of HA/DR technologies including Db2 Mirror, Live Partition Mobility, Logical and Software-Based Replication, Full System Replication, and PowerHA. You’ll leave with a clearer roadmap to help you make informed decisions and confidently chart your HA/DR journey.
Speakers
avatar for Brian Nordland

Brian Nordland

Director of Development, Fortra
Brian Nordland is the Director of Development for IBM Power Development at Fortra. Brian has been a prominent speaker at events, webinars, and user groups, including COMMON and LUG for over a decade. He is a co-inventor on multiple patents and has authored technical publications in... Read More →
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD 285 Andrew Young International Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30313
  High Availability Resilience

9:00am EDT

Becoming a Power User with ACS
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD
In this award-winning session, we’ll go beyond the basics of IBM i Access Client Solutions (ACS) to uncover ways to make the tool work harder for you. After reviewing the core functionality, I’ll demonstrate some of the customizations I use every day to boost productivity and streamline my workflow. Whether you’re brand new to ACS or a seasoned user, you’ll walk away with practical tips, tricks, and user-driven ideas you can immediately put into practice.
Speakers
avatar for Gregory Simmons

Gregory Simmons

Software Engineer, PC Richard & Son
Gregory Simmons is a Software Engineer at P.C. Richard & Son. He is a COMMON certified Application Developer – ILE RPG on IBM I on Power. He is also a registered instructor with IBM’s Academic Initiative and an RPG and IBM i instructor at Scott Regional Technology Center, where... Read More →
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD 285 Andrew Young International Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30313
  Programming, Programming: General

9:00am EDT

Building and Leveraging Service Programs in RPG
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD
Service programs are one of the most powerful features available to RPG developers. By modularizing code into reusable procedures, you can simplify maintenance, improve consistency, and speed up development across your team. In this session, we’ll start with the fundamentals of creating and binding service programs, then walk through real-world examples that show how they can transform your applications. Along the way, we’ll cover advanced techniques, common pitfalls, and best practices to help you take full advantage of this essential RPG tool. Whether you’re new to service programs or looking to refine your skills, you’ll come away with practical strategies and code samples you can put to work right away.
Speakers
avatar for Gregory Simmons

Gregory Simmons

Software Engineer, PC Richard & Son
Gregory Simmons is a Software Engineer at P.C. Richard & Son. He is a COMMON certified Application Developer – ILE RPG on IBM I on Power. He is also a registered instructor with IBM’s Academic Initiative and an RPG and IBM i instructor at Scott Regional Technology Center, where... Read More →
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD 285 Andrew Young International Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30313
  Programming, Programming: RPG

9:00am EDT

Deep Dive with IBM Bob
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD
In this session we will put IBM Bob to work. We will do a live demo of Bob, how the powerful interaction between the developer and the AI tooling can help you solve problems, gain insight and understanding that was not possible in the past. We will explore several use cases on how Bob can be leverage by the Architect as well as the core programmer.
Speakers
avatar for Tim Rowe

Tim Rowe

STSM - IBM i Business Architect, IBM USA
Tim Rowe is a Senior Technical Staff Member within IBM i development and spends most of his time working as the Architect for Application Development and Systems Management. He has been working on the IBM i operating system since 1989. Tim is a frequent author, industry speaker and... Read More →
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD 285 Andrew Young International Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30313
  Programming, Artificial Intelligence

9:00am EDT

Hidden Gems
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD
Every few months the IBM i development team delivers new updates and features across the operating system. Keeping track and actually using these changes can be a difficult task at best. This session is the favorite new enhancements from a team of IBM i developers. You get to hear each of our favorite updates to the OS that have been delivered over the past bit. This session is new every time, often lots of fun and for sure there is something for everyone.
Speakers
avatar for Tim Rowe

Tim Rowe

STSM - IBM i Business Architect, IBM USA
Tim Rowe is a Senior Technical Staff Member within IBM i development and spends most of his time working as the Architect for Application Development and Systems Management. He has been working on the IBM i operating system since 1989. Tim is a frequent author, industry speaker and... Read More →
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD 285 Andrew Young International Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30313
  Programming, Programming: General

9:00am EDT

How Refactoring Helps Bulletproof Your Application
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD
Do you (or does your manager) doubt the value of refactoring your code into a modular design? This session goes in-depth about how you save time and create higher quality programs by refactoring into small, independent routines. We will discuss how this improves your ability to test and maintain your application over time, saving you tons of time in the long run. This session is co-presented by expert developer, Scott Klement, and expert tester, Yvonne Enselman to help you see it from both perspectives.
Speakers
avatar for Scott Klement

Scott Klement

Managing Partner, ORC LLC
avatar for Yvonne Enselman

Yvonne Enselman

Owner, Yvonne Enselman Professional Services
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD 285 Andrew Young International Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30313
  Programming, Program Testing

9:00am EDT

IBM i Performance Tools for Application Developers
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD
Application developers should consider the performance characteristics of new and changed applications as part of the development process. After all, finding a performance problem during test is far better than having an issue occur on production. This presentation will review the IBM i performance tools available to understand the performance of applications. This session will review Wait Accounting, Job Watcher, and Performance Explorer and how these tools can be used to understand the performance characteristics of your applications. This session will also discuss common performance issues that occur due to application design and how using performance tools can help prevent these problems.
Speakers
avatar for Dawn May

Dawn May

Owner, Dawn May Consulting, LLC
Dawn has been involved with COMMON for over 20 years and has been a consistent volunteer since 2008. She's been a member of the strategic education team, a subject matter expert, and a speaker. As Immediate Past President of COMMON, she's focused on leading COMMON as the industry... Read More →
avatar for Matthew Neill

Matthew Neill

DB2 for i Database Engineer, Guild Mortgage
35+ years across IBM i application development, database engineering, modernization, and application integrations.
Expertise in Db2 for i SQL, SQL/PL, Modern ILE RPG AppDev, Service Programs, and IBM iDoctor performance tuning.
Enjoys mentoring teams, teaching modernization pra... Read More →
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD 285 Andrew Young International Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30313
  Programming, Programming: General

9:00am EDT

Improving Software Quality via Development and Testing
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD
Every programmer wants to do the best job. How do you test your program and ensure that you aren't missing anything? From the simplest bug fix to large complex projects, there are key concepts that you can use to ensure that your program is properly tested. This session is co-presented by expert developer, Scott Klement, and expert tester, Yvonne Enselman so that you can see things from both a developer and tester's perspective.
Speakers
avatar for Scott Klement

Scott Klement

Managing Partner, ORC LLC
avatar for Yvonne Enselman

Yvonne Enselman

Owner, Yvonne Enselman Professional Services
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD 285 Andrew Young International Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30313
  Programming, Program Testing

9:00am EDT

Modern DevOps for IBM i: Building the Foundation for AI and Beyond
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD
Generating code with AI is impressive, but it's only half the story. How does it find the source it needs? How do you create the objects? How do you deploy it? How do you manage dependencies? This session explores why the right DevOps foundation is what makes all of it possible, and why, without it, AI-assisted development on IBM i is extraordinarily difficult (and expensive to do). You'll see how modern DevOps platforms automatically identify dependencies, determine build requirements, and handle deployments across environments. We'll demonstrate how non-IBM i developers can use AI to create RPG programs without understanding compilation processes or deployment procedures, because the DevOps infrastructure takes care of it. Agentic coding becomes genuinely manageable when the right foundation is in place. We'll also cover the broader case for moving to true Git-based DevOps: increased productivity through parallel development, better auditability, cleaner visibility into code changes, and a development workflow that connects IBM i to the tools the rest of your organization already uses. You'll learn strategies for integrating AI-generated code into existing workflows and see real examples of what this looks like in practice. This isn't just about writing code faster. It's about creating a complete, integrated development environment where AI and automation work together to make your team more productive.
Speakers
avatar for Dan Magid

Dan Magid

Eradani
Eradani extends modernization by transforming the people, tooling, and development languages used in IBM i businesses. Eradani "Connect" serves as a Enterprise Integration Hub for IBM i organizations, providing developers and operators exception volume, performance, and security when... Read More →
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD 285 Andrew Young International Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30313
  Programming, DevOps

9:00am EDT

Modern RPG what does that mean?
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD
You hear modern RPG but, what does that actually mean? we will look at converting from monolithic programs to modular programming including the use of service program and converting RLA(Record level access) to sql.
Speakers
MS
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD 285 Andrew Young International Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30313
  Programming, Programming: RPG

9:00am EDT

Transforming Your Team with Procedure Driven RPG
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD
After demonstrating the fundamentals of a procedure, I will demonstrate the benefits of procedure driven RPG. Together, we’ll explore real world examples of how this mindset has improved code written by myself and my team with regards to three facets: Readability, maintainability and reusability. All three of these benefits translate into a more efficient development team. We'll finish with some real-world examples showing how AI code assistants can really shine when working in a world of procedures.
Speakers
avatar for Gregory Simmons

Gregory Simmons

Software Engineer, PC Richard & Son
Gregory Simmons is a Software Engineer at P.C. Richard & Son. He is a COMMON certified Application Developer – ILE RPG on IBM I on Power. He is also a registered instructor with IBM’s Academic Initiative and an RPG and IBM i instructor at Scott Regional Technology Center, where... Read More →
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD 285 Andrew Young International Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30313
  Programming, Programming: RPG

9:00am EDT

VS Code and Code4i - The one stop shop for developers
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD
Visual Studio Code has quickly become one of the most popular development environments, and with the Code4i extension it’s a powerful option for IBM i developers. In this session, I’ll show you why VS Code is my tool of choice and how Code4i, along with a handful of other must-have extensions, can transform your development workflow. Most of these tools are free, and my entire setup runs for about $20 a month. If the stars align, I’ll also do a live demo of my environment so you can see firsthand how these tools fit together into a cost-effective, productivity-boosting toolkit.
Speakers
avatar for Gregory Simmons

Gregory Simmons

Software Engineer, PC Richard & Son
Gregory Simmons is a Software Engineer at P.C. Richard & Son. He is a COMMON certified Application Developer – ILE RPG on IBM I on Power. He is also a registered instructor with IBM’s Academic Initiative and an RPG and IBM i instructor at Scott Regional Technology Center, where... Read More →
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD 285 Andrew Young International Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30313
  Programming, Programmer Tools

9:00am EDT

What's New and Exciting in RPG
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD
With each new release of the IBM i operating system and with Technology Refreshes, IBM has given us some new features in RPG. This session tells you about the new and exciting features of RPG and how you might like to use each feature in your own applications.
Speakers
avatar for Scott Klement

Scott Klement

Managing Partner, ORC LLC
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD 285 Andrew Young International Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30313
  Programming, Programming: RPG

9:00am EDT

Security as a developer, why should I care?
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD
Security is the hottest topic in today's society and yet many developers don't have it in the forefront of their minds. We will look at todays trend, risks and why you as a developer should develop with security in mind.
Speakers
MS
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD 285 Andrew Young International Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30313
  Programming, Programming: General |   Security, Programming: General

9:00am EDT

IBM Bob: A Day in the Life of an IBM i Developer
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD
Ann and Ryan are both developers in the IBM i development lab. They both have access to IBM Bob and have been exploring ways to leverage AI development assistance as a part of their daily development activities. Ann and Ryan will share areas of success and even things that did not work well. This session is intended to help you gain insight into how IBM Bob can be a valuable development partner.
Speakers
avatar for Ann Wilkerson

Ann Wilkerson

Software Developer, IBM
Ann Wilkerson is a lead user interface developer in IBM i. She joined the Rochester lab in 2021 and has since worked on Navigator, IBM i Services, and IBM i Migrate While Active. Her focus areas include security, networking, and the IFS.
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD 285 Andrew Young International Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30313
  Programming, Programmer Tools, Artificial Intelligence |   Technologies Integrated with IBM i, Programmer Tools, Artificial Intelligence

9:00am EDT

From Logs to Action, Integrating IBM i into Your SIEM Ecosystem
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD
IBM i systems often run critical business applications but remain invisible to most security teams. A SIEM (Security Information and Event Management) platform helps centralize and analyze security data for threat detection and compliance—but what does that mean for IBM i? This session defines SIEM, outlines key IBM i data sources like audit journals and system logs. Learn how to make IBM i a visible, actionable part of your security strategy.
Speakers
avatar for Sandi Moore

Sandi Moore

Sr. Solutions Engineer & IBM Power Champion, Fortra LLC
Sandi Moore is a Senior Solutions Engineer at Fortra with over 20 years of experience supporting systems monitoring and security software. She works extensively with IBM i environments and has been involved in product demonstrations, implementations, support, training, research, and... Read More →
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD 285 Andrew Young International Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30313
  Security

9:00am EDT

How AI is Transforming IBM i Security
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD
Artificial intelligence is reshaping the security landscape, and IBM i environments are no exception. As AI-driven technologies become integral to enterprise operations, they introduce both unprecedented opportunities and new vulnerabilities. This session examines how AI is influencing IBM i security - from accelerating threat detection and predictive risk analysis to redefining compliance and access control strategies. We’ll explore practical examples such as free and company endorsed AI chatbots and how they can enable inexperienced users to bypass security configurations. Attendees will leave with a better understanding of AI’s dual role as a security enabler and a potential attack vector, along with actionable guidance for enhancing IBM i security approach to this evolving paradigm.
Speakers
avatar for Sandi Moore

Sandi Moore

Sr. Solutions Engineer & IBM Power Champion, Fortra LLC
Sandi Moore is a Senior Solutions Engineer at Fortra with over 20 years of experience supporting systems monitoring and security software. She works extensively with IBM i environments and has been involved in product demonstrations, implementations, support, training, research, and... Read More →
avatar for Amy Williams

Amy Williams

Principal Security Consultant, Fortra LLC
Amy Williams is a Principal Security Services Consultant at Fortra, where she has worked since 2015. She holds CISSP, CISA, and PCI-P certifications and has nearly 30 years of experience on the IBM i platform across system administration, architecture, and application security in... Read More →
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD 285 Andrew Young International Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30313
  Security

9:00am EDT

Stop Sending Passwords in the Clear and Secure ACS the Right Way
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD
Unsecured IBM i connections still exist in many environments, exposing credentials and data in transit. In this session, we’ll walk through how to deploy Access Client Solutions (ACS) securely and enforce encrypted sessions across your environment. We’ll cover how SSL/TLS works on IBM i, how digital certificates establish trust, and how to configure both the server (DCM) and client (ACS) to require secure communication. We’ll also address common ACS deployment challenges—like user-controlled configurations—and how to lock down functionality and standardize your implementation. You’ll leave with practical steps to move from unsecured access to a consistent, encrypted, and audit-ready configuration.
Speakers
avatar for Amy Williams

Amy Williams

Principal Security Consultant, Fortra LLC
Amy Williams is a Principal Security Services Consultant at Fortra, where she has worked since 2015. She holds CISSP, CISA, and PCI-P certifications and has nearly 30 years of experience on the IBM i platform across system administration, architecture, and application security in... Read More →
avatar for Robert Andrews

Robert Andrews

Principal Security Consultant, IBM
Robert Andrews is a Principal Security Consultant, Senior Technical Staff Member (STSM), and Team Lead for the IBM i Security Expert Labs team in Rochester, MN. An IBM Certified Thought Leader and The Open Group Distinguished Technical Specialist, Robert has specialized in IT security... Read More →
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD 285 Andrew Young International Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30313
  Security

9:00am EDT

A Journey to the Truth....with AI and Ansible!
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD
Sometimes, the answer to a tricky problem is right in front of you - you just have to know where to look. That’s what the team at PC Richard & Son discovered while rolling out our next-generation POS solution to our fleet of IBM i systems using Ansible. Everything was going well until we hit a hardware issue on one IBM Power Server. Fixing that single machine was easy, but figuring out if the same issue was quietly lurking on other servers? That was the real challenge. Join us for a real-world case study on how we used Ansible and AI in creative ways to find and fix hidden problems before they caused major headaches. We’ll share what we learned, how AI helped us work smarter, and how you can apply these lessons to your own environment.
Speakers
avatar for Steven Wolk

Steven Wolk

CTO, PC Richard & Son
Steven Wolk is the CTO for PC Richard & Son. Founded in 1909, PC Richard is a family owned and operated chain of over 65 appliance, electronics, and mattress superstores located throughout NY, NJ, CT, and PA. Steve's deep background in retail began on the sales floor while in college... Read More →
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD 285 Andrew Young International Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30313
  Systems Administration, Ansible

9:00am EDT

IBM Power Roadmap
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD
Come to this breakout session to hear about upcoming features and roadmap direction with IBM Power, delivered by William Starke, IBM Distinguished Engineer and Chief Architect for Power microprocessors.
Speakers
avatar for William Starke

William Starke

Power Processor Chief Architect, IBM
William Starke is an IBM Distinguished Engineer and Chief Architect for Power microprocessors. Since graduating from Michigan Tech University, Bill has been employed by IBM for over 30 years in several roles, spanning mainframe and Power systems performance analysis, logic design... Read More →
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD 285 Andrew Young International Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30313
  Systems Administration, Hardware

9:00am EDT

Introduction to the Navigator for i Performance Tasks
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD
Navigator for i has a rich set of tools to help you understand the performance of your IBM i. This session will review these performance tasks; from traditional performance management tasks, to System Monitors for real-time monitoring, the Performance Data Investigator to understand your performance signature, and Graph History for long-term trending. Attend this session to learn about these features and how to use them.
Speakers
avatar for Dawn May

Dawn May

Owner, Dawn May Consulting, LLC
Dawn has been involved with COMMON for over 20 years and has been a consistent volunteer since 2008. She's been a member of the strategic education team, a subject matter expert, and a speaker. As Immediate Past President of COMMON, she's focused on leading COMMON as the industry... Read More →
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD 285 Andrew Young International Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30313
  Systems Administration, Performance

9:00am EDT

Observability on IBM i
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD
Observability is an industry trend, but IBM i shops are left behind in the enterprise observability direction, often because there is a false sense of security that investment isn’t needed to gain observability on IBM i. With the database holding the crown jewels of the company, keeping the IBM i running is critical, but while IBM i is self-managing and easy to use, hidden underneath is a very complex system with an extensive set of tuning parameters. IBM i is also loaded with telemetry data - the metrics and information key to identifying and resolving problems. Attend this session to learn more about observability, why it is critical for IBM i and the extensive telemetry data hidden away that can make troubleshooting much easier using the right knowledge and tools.
Speakers
avatar for Dawn May

Dawn May

Owner, Dawn May Consulting, LLC
Dawn has been involved with COMMON for over 20 years and has been a consistent volunteer since 2008. She's been a member of the strategic education team, a subject matter expert, and a speaker. As Immediate Past President of COMMON, she's focused on leading COMMON as the industry... Read More →
avatar for Maciej Wielgus

Maciej Wielgus

Omnilogy
Maciej Wielgus is an IT Architect at Omnilogy, where he spearheads development for i-Rays, the first observability platform developed for the IBM i ecosystem. He spent nearly 27 years as an AS400/IBM i SME and IT architect at IBM and another three years in the same role at Kyndryl... Read More →
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD 285 Andrew Young International Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30313
  Systems Administration, Systems Management

9:00am EDT

Using SQL in everyday life
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD
SQL is great stuff, but that is only for getting stuff out of the database, right? … NO! Wrong!! On IBM i its way more. Any task you might consider on IBM i SQL should be your first choice. In this session we will explore how to make SQL part of your everyday IBM i activities. We will look at the tools available and practical use case, even if you are an SQL neophyte or a SQL Rock Star . Lots of live demos as well as the best places to find and steel SQL examples to show the useful and practical side of using SQL.
Speakers
avatar for Tim Rowe

Tim Rowe

STSM - IBM i Business Architect, IBM USA
Tim Rowe is a Senior Technical Staff Member within IBM i development and spends most of his time working as the Architect for Application Development and Systems Management. He has been working on the IBM i operating system since 1989. Tim is a frequent author, industry speaker and... Read More →
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD 285 Andrew Young International Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30313
  Systems Administration, Systems Management

9:00am EDT

AI and IBM i Trends and Directions
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD
In a world where artificial intelligence is becoming more and more prominent, how will your business adapt and thrive? Your journey can start here, with an exploration of IBM's strategy and offering set. In this session, we will explore the available AI technologies and what they mean for IBM i.
Speakers
avatar for Jesse Gorzinski

Jesse Gorzinski

Business Architect - Quantum and AI, IBM
Experienced business architect from IBM and a specialist in the IBM i platform. My passion is enabling enterprises to adopt artificial intelligence, quantum, and open source technologies.
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD 285 Andrew Young International Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30313
  Technologies Integrated with IBM i, Artificial Intelligence

9:00am EDT

IBM Bob - using Bob with success, a customer story
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD
Tim Rowe and Magesh Hirian from Royal Caribbean Cruse Lines will dive into using IBM Bob to help modernize the IBM i development process and application. Hear RCCL modernization story , how they have modernized they IBM i application to be a modern powerhouse, all while taking advantage of the power, reliability and security of the IBM i operating system. We will take a look at how RCCL has incorporated IBM Bob to help each developer in an automated manner. From issues creation, to solving the problem, saving time for the developer and allowing them to focus on correcting issues and adding more value to the company.
Speakers
avatar for Tim Rowe

Tim Rowe

STSM - IBM i Business Architect, IBM USA
Tim Rowe is a Senior Technical Staff Member within IBM i development and spends most of his time working as the Architect for Application Development and Systems Management. He has been working on the IBM i operating system since 1989. Tim is a frequent author, industry speaker and... Read More →
avatar for Magesh Hirian
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD 285 Andrew Young International Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30313
  Technologies Integrated with IBM i, Artificial Intelligence

9:00am EDT

IBM Bob - Your IBM i AI Development Partner
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD
IBM Bob is an AI-powered development partner for IBM i. Your IBM i runs everything. Bob helps you run faster. Bob accelerates initiatives that traditionally take months like converting fixed-format RPG to free-form, migrating DDS to SQL DDL, refactoring monolithic programs into modular services, and generating comprehensive documentation and tests.  Bob bridges the skills gap and ensures the long-term viability of IBM i investments through intelligent, incremental modernization that preserves decades of business logic. The next era of IBM i development starts now.
Speakers
avatar for Tim Rowe

Tim Rowe

STSM - IBM i Business Architect, IBM USA
Tim Rowe is a Senior Technical Staff Member within IBM i development and spends most of his time working as the Architect for Application Development and Systems Management. He has been working on the IBM i operating system since 1989. Tim is a frequent author, industry speaker and... Read More →
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD 285 Andrew Young International Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30313
  Technologies Integrated with IBM i, Artificial Intelligence

9:00am EDT

IBM i: the first agentic-native operating system
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD
The industry is racing to build the substrate that autonomous agents need: integrated data and logic, a single security model, durable transactions, and a unified runtime where code and database are not separate worlds. IBM i has had all of these for decades. This session argues that IBM i's integrated architecture, often dismissed as legacy, anticipates the requirements the rest of the industry is now assembling out of loosely coupled parts. We will trace three core design decisions in particular: the integrated database and operating system, object-level authority, and SQL service interface. Each one maps to a problem that teams building agentic systems are solving today. The talk is about perspective as much as technology. You will come away with language to reframe the platform you already run as a strategic advantage for AI, and a sharper sense of which architectural properties actually matter once agents start acting on production systems
Speakers
avatar for Adam Shedivy

Adam Shedivy

Software Developer, IBM
Adam is a software Developer working on Agentic AI solutions for IBM i
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD 285 Andrew Young International Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30313
  Technologies Integrated with IBM i, Artificial Intelligence

9:00am EDT

IBM's new agentic AI project
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD
In this session, we will take a closer look at IBM's new MCP server project, which easily positions your IBM i system for use with Agentic AI. Learn how to get started deploying this new utility and start building your own AI agents! The possibilities are endless! You can enable IBM i operational data, your own business data, and much more for use with AI agents. Plus, you can integrate with numerous industry technologies such as watsonx.orchestrate, Project Bob, Agno AgentOS, and many more.
Speakers
avatar for Jesse Gorzinski

Jesse Gorzinski

Business Architect - Quantum and AI, IBM
Experienced business architect from IBM and a specialist in the IBM i platform. My passion is enabling enterprises to adopt artificial intelligence, quantum, and open source technologies.
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD 285 Andrew Young International Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30313
  Technologies Integrated with IBM i, Artificial Intelligence

9:00am EDT

Large Language Models and IBM i: What are your options?
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD
Artificial intelligence and large language models are reshaping application development — and IBM i shops are no longer on the sidelines. This session cuts through the hype and gets practical, laying out the full landscape of LLM options available to IBM i developers and architects today. We'll cover running models natively on IBM i using LLaMA.cpp, leveraging the Python ecosystem on Power Systems, and enterprise-grade deployment through IBM partner Wallaroo. We'll also explore open-source "roll your own" approaches for those who want maximum control, along with additional emerging options rounding out the picture.
Speakers
avatar for Jesse Gorzinski

Jesse Gorzinski

Business Architect - Quantum and AI, IBM
Experienced business architect from IBM and a specialist in the IBM i platform. My passion is enabling enterprises to adopt artificial intelligence, quantum, and open source technologies.
Monday October 26, 2026 9:00am - 10:00am EDT
TBD 285 Andrew Young International Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30313
  Technologies Integrated with IBM i, Artificial Intelligence
 

Get help with the event

Contact event planner Event login
View support guides Find upcoming events
Create an event you'd love to attend!
Explore why organizers choose Sched • Success stories
Event App • Event scheduling • Event registration • Event ticketing • Sched forms • Call for papers • Badges • Conferences
© 2026. SCHED LLC - All rights reserved - Helping events since 2008
Conference Scheduling App • Privacy • Terms
Share Modal

Share this link via

Or copy link

Filter sessions
Apply filters to sessions.
Monday, October 26
TBD
  • Business and IT Strategy
  • Database
  • High Availability Resilience
  • Middleware
  • Programming
  • Security
  • Systems Administration
  • Technologies Integrated with IBM i
  • Company
  • Intermediate Level
  • Introductory Level