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presented by Chandra Pathivada

This workshop is designed for SQL Server developers looking to expand their expertise to PostgreSQL. Discover the key differences and similarities between the two platforms, including query syntax, data types, indexing, partitioning, and performance tuning. Learn how to map SQL Server concepts like filegroups, stored procedures, and functions to PostgreSQL equivalents, and gain hands-on experience with migrations, schema design, and advanced PostgreSQL features. Whether you're planning a migration or working in a multi-database environment, this workshop will equip you with the skills to work confidently with PostgreSQL.

presented by Susan Fung

Join us for an engaging and humorous journey into the world of mob programming. In this talk, we'll explore how a seemingly simple task turned into a four-month odyssey for Homero, a software developer looking for a simple ticket. Discover how his solo struggle with a two-line code change blossomed into a team-wide learning experience.

Through the power of mob programming, our team transformed individual expertise into collective knowledge, tackling complex tasks together. We'll share the highs and lows, the laughs and lessons, and how we condensed months of learning into just one week. If you are looking to enhance your team's collaboration, this talk will provide valuable insights and practical tips.

Come and see how we went from being "terra-fied" to standing on "terra-firm" ground, all while having a bit of fun along the way. Don't miss out on this opportunity to learn how to unite, innovate, and excel as a team!

presented by Aaron Cutshall

Most people don’t like to speak in public and technical folks are certainly no exception. Yet, you’ve got some ideas for a great presentation but just don’t know how to go about putting it all together. On top of that, how do you go about giving the presentation itself? This session will cover how to pull your material together in an organized fashion and present it such that your audience (both in person and virtual) can follow along and get the message you want to relay. We’ll also discuss how to deal with issues that cause presenters stress to help you to make the process enjoyable and rewarding for all.

presented by Chandra Pathivada

Discover the truth about PostgreSQL by questioning everything you thought you knew! In this interactive session, we use the Socratic method to explore the internals of PostgreSQL, encouraging critical thinking and helping you uncover underlying assumptions and knowledge gaps. Through thought-provoking questions and dynamic discussions, we will challenge common myths and misconceptions about PostgreSQL, revealing how it truly works behind the scenes. This approach not only deepens your understanding of PostgreSQL's architecture and features but also equips you with the analytical mindset to evaluate database technologies more effectively. Whether you’re a DBA, developer, or technology enthusiast, this session offers a unique and engaging way to learn about PostgreSQL by asking the right questions. Join us for an enlightening journey that demystifies PostgreSQL, one question at a time!

presented by Aaron Cutshall

Determining how to efficient design database structures for a given application has always relied on the same old answer: “It depends!” So, how do you determine what level of normalization your data requires? This session will review the principles of data normalization, show the impact that normalization can have on performance and data integrity, and just as importantly, show you when it’s OK to break the rules and denormalize. We will cover some case situations where it’s better not to be normal!

presented by Aaron Cutshall

Teamwork is important in all areas, including development, QA or other teams that we interact with daily. Lessons learned from highly effective teams show that there are six major impacts to team effectiveness: chain of command, team cohesion, standard operating procedures, training, mission objectives and after action analysis. A failure in any of these areas can impact team effectiveness. In this session, learn what can improve or destroy team effectiveness and what you can do about it.