AgentCon Hong Kong - Come One Come All for FREE
AgentCon is coming to Hong Kong! 🚀 The AI Agents Developer Conference lands on Saturday, 11 April 2026, at Hong Kong Institute of Information Technology (HKIIT) (VTC Tsing Yi Complex). If you're building with AI agents, automation, or intelligent systems, don't miss this gathering of developers, architects, and AI leaders for a full day of real-world sessions focused on designing, deploying, and scaling AI agents. Secure your spot ➡️ https://aka.ms/AgentconHongKong2026AgentCon Seoul - Come One Come All for FREE
AgentCon is coming to Seoul! 🚀 The AI Agents Developer Conference lands on Thursday, 16 April 2026, at Seoul National University. If you're building with AI agents, automation, or intelligent systems, don't miss this gathering of developers, architects, and AI leaders for a full day of real-world sessions focused on designing, deploying, and scaling AI agents. Secure your spot ➡️ https://aka.ms/agentconSeoul2026AgentCon London - Come One Come All for FREE
AgentCon is coming to London! 🚀 The AI Agents Developer Conference lands on Wednesday, 22 April 2026, at London Southbank University If you're building with AI agents, automation, or intelligent systems, don't miss this gathering of developers, architects, and AI leaders for a full day of real-world sessions focused on designing, deploying, and scaling AI agents. Secure your spot ➡️ https://aka.ms/agentconLondon2026AgentCon New York - Come One Come All for FREE
On March 9, 2026, #AgentCon lands at Nasdaq, Times Square, bringing together developers, engineers, and innovators shaping the future of AI agents. Expect deep‑dive talks, hands‑on learning, practical demos and plenty of networking with the AI community. This isn’t just another AI event, it’s where builders meet to talk real code. ➡️ Register now!NVIDIA GTC AI Conference
Event Description: NVIDIA GTC is the premier global AI conference, where developers, researchers, and business leaders come together to explore the next wave of AI innovation. From physical AI and AI factories to agentic AI and inference, GTC 2026 will showcase the breakthroughs shaping every industry. Venues throughout downtown San Jose for inspiring sessions, hands-on training, and opportunities to connect with experts and peers—and be part of the unique GTC experience. Event Dates: March 16 – 19, 2026 San Jose Convention Center & Virtual Who: 27K+ Attendees – including developers, researchers, and business leaders Event websiteAPAC Fabric Engineering Connection Call
The Fabric partner ecosystem is buzzing right now — and 2026 is already raising the bar. 🚀 On this week's Fabric Engineering Connection call, Tamer Farag will share what’s next for partners across skilling, demos, FabCon + SQLCon Atlanta, and more. Highlights include: 🎓 More skilling momentum (DP‑600/DP‑700 vouchers, new Partner Project Ready workshops, and a new “Chat with your Data in a Day” xIAD workshop). 🔦 Fabric Certification Spotlight: partners who reach 100+ Fabric certifications will be recognized live in Arun’s keynote at FabCon + SQLCon. 🤝 New ways to tell your story and win with customers through Fabric Demo eXperiences, Fabric Featured Partners + case studies, and FabCon experiences (Partner Elevator Pitch Search, 1:1 + executive meetings, testimonial videos, the Partner Social Sprint, and more). If you’re a Microsoft partner investing in Fabric, we’d love for you to join our next Fabric Engineering Connection call: 📅 Americas/EMEA – Wednesday, Feb 4, 8–9 AM PT 📅 APAC – Thursday, Feb 5, 1–2 AM UTC (Wednesday, Feb 4, 5–6 PM PT) To join, you must be a member of the Fabric Partner Community in Teams: https://aka.ms/JoinFabricPartnerCommunityAmericas & EMEA Fabric Engineering Connection
The Fabric partner ecosystem is buzzing right now — and 2026 is already raising the bar. 🚀 On this week's Fabric Engineering Connection call, Tamer Farag will share what’s next for partners across skilling, demos, FabCon + SQLCon Atlanta, and more. Highlights include: 🎓 More skilling momentum (DP‑600/DP‑700 vouchers, new Partner Project Ready workshops, and a new “Chat with your Data in a Day” xIAD workshop). 🔦 Fabric Certification Spotlight: partners who reach 100+ Fabric certifications will be recognized live in Arun’s keynote at FabCon + SQLCon. 🤝 New ways to tell your story and win with customers through Fabric Demo eXperiences, Fabric Featured Partners + case studies, and FabCon experiences (Partner Elevator Pitch Search, 1:1 + executive meetings, testimonial videos, the Partner Social Sprint, and more). If you’re a Microsoft partner investing in Fabric, we’d love for you to join our next Fabric Engineering Connection call: 📅 Americas/EMEA – Wednesday, Feb 4, 8–9 AM PT 📅 APAC – Thursday, Feb 5, 1–2 AM UTC (Wednesday, Feb 4, 5–6 PM PT) To join, you must be a member of the Fabric Partner Community in Teams: https://aka.ms/JoinFabricPartnerCommunityPostgres speakers - POSETTE 2026 CFP is closing soon!
Guidelines for submitting a proposal to the POSETTE CFP POSETTE: An Event for Postgres is back for its 5th year, and the excitement is already building. Scheduled for June 16 – June 18, 2026, this free and virtual developer event brings together the global Postgres community for three days of learning, sharing, and deep technical storytelling. Whether you're a first-time speaker or a seasoned contributor, your story matters and the Call for Proposals (CFP) closes on February 1, 2026. If you’re considering submitting a proposal (or encouraging someone else to), in this post I will walk you through everything you need to know to craft a strong, compelling submission before the deadline arrives. 1. Key Dates to Know CFP Deadline: February 1, 2026 @ 11:59 PM PST Talk Acceptance Notifications: February 11, 2026 Event Dates: June 16 – June 18, 2026 (includes four unique livestreams, live text chat, and speaker Q&A) Schedule & sessions announced: Feb 25, 2026 Pre-record all talks: Weeks of April 20 & April 27 Tip: Add a calendar reminder, this deadline arrives quickly, and no late submissions are accepted. 2. Why Submit a Talk to POSETTE? Submitting a talk for a conference can seem like a difficult task at the start, but this guide can help you come up with potential ideas that can be used to submit a talk for the conference. Share your story with the global Postgres community Your experience, whether it’s a deep dive into query planning, a migration journey, or lessons learned from scaling can help thousands of developers. Grow your professional visibility POSETTE is a high‑reach, virtual event that enables your content to live on well after the livestream. First‑time speakers are welcomed and encouraged POSETTE is not an exclusive club. If you have a story to tell, this is a supportive, welcoming place to tell it. 3. What Makes a Strong Proposal? First‑time speaker? Don’t worry. The guidelines below cover the key elements you’ll need to craft a strong, successful proposal. Make your proposal focused, not broad: Many proposals try to cover too much. The strongest ones zoom in on a specific challenge, insight, or transformation. A narrow, well‑defined topic reads more clearly and creates a stronger takeaway for attendees. Clearly identify the target audience: State who the talk is for: Beginner Postgres developers Cloud architects DBAs focusing on performance Engineers migrating from Oracle/MySQL This helps the selection team understand fit and event balance. Demonstrate real‑world value, not generic theory: Talks rooted in hands‑on experience tend to perform best. Strong abstracts answer: What problem did we face? What did we try? What worked (or didn’t)? What can you replicate in your environment? POSETTE audiences love actionable content. 4. Show how attendees will grow from your talk: Selection committees love when speakers articulate transformation. Clarify what people will gain: “Improve query execution time by…” “Avoid common replication pitfalls…” “Design HA setups more confidently…” The reviewers want talks with practical outcomes. 5. Highlight what makes your talk unique Is your approach unconventional? Did you migrate at massive scale? Did you build or extend an OSS tool? Did you learn something the hard way? Emphasize novelty POSETTE gets many submissions, so originality matters. 6. Use a storytelling angle: Human brains love stories. Strong abstracts often follow a mini narrative: Problem Tension Turning point Solution Lessons This makes your proposal memorable and relatable. 7. Keep the abstract concise and structured: Avoid long, meandering paragraphs. A clear structure like this works well: Topic summary (one sentence) Problem + context (two–three sentences) Solution or insights (two–three sentences) What attendees will learn (one–two sentences) 4. Ideas for Topics That Work Well Not every proposal needs to be a deep internal dive real‑world stories resonate. Consider topics like: Migrating to Postgres (cloud or on‑prem) Performance tuning adventures and lessons Postgres extensions and ecosystem tooling Operational best practices, HA architecture, or incident learnings Developer productivity with Postgres Novel patterns or creative uses of Postgres internals Azure Database for PostgreSQL customer stories Community‑focused topics, such as how to start a PGDay event, how to begin contributing to open source, or how to engage with the Postgres community effectively. Look at POSETTE 2024 or 2025 talk titles to calibrate tone and depth. 5. What Happens If Your Talk Is Accepted? Good news: the speaker experience is designed to be smooth and supportive. Talks are 25 minutes long and pre‑recorded, with professional production support from the POSETTE organizing team at an agreed-upon time during the weeks of April 20 & April 27 Speakers join live text chat during the session to interact with attendees No travel required the event is fully virtual All you need is a good microphone, a quiet space, and a story worth telling. 6. How to Submit Your Proposal Here are the official links you’ll want handy: 📄 CFP Page: https://posetteconf.com/2026/cfp/ ❓ FAQ: https://posetteconf.com/2026/faq/ 📝 Submit on Sessionize: https://sessionize.com/posette2026/ Submission Checklist Before hitting "submit," make sure you have: A strong, interesting title A clear and concise abstract Defined takeaways for attendees An understanding of your target audience Submission completed before Feb 1 @ 11:59 PM PST POSETTE is built by and for the Postgres community and your experience, whether small or monumental, has the potential to help others. With the CFP deadline approaching fast on February 1, now is the perfect time to refine your idea, shape your abstract, and submit your talk. This could be the year your story gets shared with thousands. Take the leap the community will be glad you did.KCDC: Where Global Voices Drive Local Innovation
At the heart of the Kansas City Developer Conference (KCDC) is a vibrant, inclusive community—one that empowers developers from around the world to connect, collaborate, and innovate. This year, Microsoft MVPs brought their expertise and passion to the event, uplifting others and sparking curiosity across every session. We caught up with a few of them, to hear their reflections on the experience and what makes KCDC such a standout event in the developer world. MVP Dennie Declercq: Hospitality That Fuels Innovation How far would you go for a great developer conference? For MVP Dennie Declercq, the answer is over 4,500 miles (7,000+ km) —crossing continents and time zones from Belgium all the way to Kansas City, Missouri! Dennie’s journey to KCDC wasn’t just about the miles; it was about the magnetic pull of a truly special event. He shared, “KCDC has an incredibly welcoming vibe for speakers. They celebrate their Kansas City roots with legendary BBQ and unique speaker shirts, but what really sets them apart is how they treat their speakers. KCDC challenges the status quo—offering professional photo shoots that speakers can use for personal branding and their professional lives. It’s a level of hospitality and appreciation you don’t find everywhere.” Louella Creemers at KCDC MVP Louella Creemers: Belief That Crosses Borders Sometimes, the most important journeys aren’t measured in miles—they’re measured in encouragement and support. For MVP Louella Creemers, her path from the Netherlands to the Kansas City Developer Conference began long before she ever booked a flight. Lou’s KCDC story started in 2021 when she began sharing online her aspirations to speak and run workshops. The KCDC organizers saw her potential and reached out with a simple message: “You should totally come to KCDC and give a talk.” That early support made Louella feel part of the community, even when she was still studying and unable to travel. “I flew 7,000+ km to KCDC because it’s the conference that believed in me before I’d ever set foot on a stage.” Louella recalls. In 2025, with a job that supports her passion for sharing knowledge, she finally fulfilled that promise—bringing her unique perspective to sessions on topics like inclusive design and cross-platform development. Stepping into the Kansas City developer community was an eye-opening experience for Louella. Coming from the Netherlands, where the tech scene is close-knit and meetups are limited by geography, she was struck by the sheer scale and variety on display at KCDC. Lou shared, “At KCDC I noticed a totally different scale. In the sponsor hall I passed the community booths and saw a full page with names of developer meetups in Kansas City. The number and variety left my mind blown. Talking to these developer group organizers made me realize how much density matters: when you have that many groups in one region, you get more cross-pollination, more chances to learn, and more choices for new people.” Photo: MVP Samuel Gomez at KCDC MVP Samuel Gomez: The Power of New Connections For MVP Samuel Gomez, KCDC stands out for its commitment to welcoming newcomers and fostering meaningful connections. During the opening ceremony, organizers encouraged attendees to reach out and talk to someone they didn’t know—a simple piece of advice that Samuel finds truly transformative. “I love that advice because you never know how meeting someone at an event can change your life—I know mine has!” Samuel’s experience is a testament to the power of community-driven events like KCDC, where a single conversation can spark new opportunities, collaborations, and lifelong friendships. By creating an environment where everyone feels encouraged to connect, KCDC continues to empower developers at every stage of their journey. MVP Ben Dechrai: Curiosity and Collaboration in Action For MVP Ben Dechrai, speaking at KCDC isn’t just another stop on the conference circuit—it’s a return to a place where curiosity and connection thrive. For him, returning to Kansas City each year means rejoining a community where curiosity is celebrated and meaningful connections thrive. “I keep coming back to KCDC because of the audience - they're what make this conference truly special. The rooms are packed with people who come with incredible questions and a real hunger for learning. It's not just polite Q&A; these attendees are genuinely there to absorb as much as they can, and they'll approach you afterward to continue the conversation, ask follow-up questions, or just thank you for sharing your knowledge.” Ben continued, what really sets KCDC apart from other conferences I've spoken at is this combination of deep engagement and Midwestern hospitality. Many of the 1,800 attendees are locals, and that welcoming spirit is palpable throughout the event. While audiences around the world are always welcoming, there's something special about KCDC's community that reminds me of my own hunger for knowledge when I first started attending conferences.” That same spirit extends to speakers, too. From the first outreach to on-site logistics, the organizers go above and beyond to make presenters feel appreciated and supported—one of many reasons KCDC stands out in the global developer community. The Heart of KCDC: Community, Curiosity, and Collaboration From insightful talks to behind-the-scenes planning, MVPs helped shape KCDC into a vibrant and impactful experience for attendees. Their dedication to the developer community shines through in every session, hallway conversation, and late-night planning meeting. Whether you're a seasoned speaker or a first-time attendee, their stories offer a glimpse into the heart of what makes KCDC—and the MVP community—so special. How has a community or conference empowered you in your technical journey? Share your story and join the conversation—because innovation starts with people who believe in each other. Learn more about KCDC and how you can get involved. #MVPBuzzPOSETTE - What’s New with Azure Database for PostgreSQL - Flexible Server in 2025 🆕
Talk Recap I had the opportunity to present at POSETTE: An Event for Postgres 2025, where I shared what’s new with Azure Database for PostgreSQL – Flexible Server. The session covers: Recent feature updates in performance, storage, and compute New AI-ready extensions like AZURE_AI, DISKANN, and PGVECTOR Improvements in high availability, GeoDR, and major version upgrades Enterprise-grade security enhancements (CMK, Entra ID) Tuning & monitoring improvements to simplify day-to-day operations 🎥 Watch the talk here: https://youtu.be/GnA8Z1Ojnk0?si=r1dbJb57JKjTGl68 Would love your feedback—and happy to answer any follow-up questions in this thread!
