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DOUG 24

 I recently had the pleasure of attending DOUG 24 in beautiful Copenhagen, Denmark. 

The event was a true success, both in terms of content and organization. The team behind the event did an excellent job, ensuring everything flowed smoothly from start to finish, with engaging sessions that kept the audience captivated.

The talks were divided into two tracks, one focused on DB and the other on Developer. Here’s a brief overview of these interesting sessions:

  1. The Future of Data, AI, and Application Development - Connor McDonald
    Connor kicked off the event with a deep dive into the latest innovations from Oracle, particularly around Oracle Database 23ai. His session showcased how Cloud, AI, and data processing are evolving, offering a glimpse into the future of application development and data management.

  2. IaC and Automation: Why You Must Change Your Pets for Cattles - Ruben Rodriguez and Carlos Delgado
    This session, in which I had the pleasure of presenting, was a comprehensive guide to Infrastructure as Code (IaC). Ruben and I explained how IaC is changing IT systems management, with a focus on the efficiency gained by using tools like Terraform. We demonstrated how code-driven deployments are far superior to manual configurations.

  3. 10 Things You Need to Know About Building with Oracle Visual Builder and Oracle Redwood Design - Basheer Khan
    Basheer shared his expertise on simplifying the development of web applications using Oracle Visual Builder and Redwood Design. The session highlighted the architecture, best practices, and tips to streamline development processes.

  4. Is PostgreSQL Catching Up with the Oracle Database? - Ludovico Caldara
    Ludovico offered a critical comparison of PostgreSQL and Oracle Database. His talk covered the pros and cons of each platform, with a special focus on how large-scale projects can face unexpected challenges when using PostgreSQL, and why many end up sticking with Oracle.

  5. Blockchain in Oracle Database - Rita Nuñez
    Rita introduced us to the Blockchain capabilities in Oracle Database, including the concept of Immutable Tables. Her live demo, showcasing the enhancements in Oracle 23ai, was both informative and engaging.

  6. Replicating Oracle Database to the Cloud with OCI GoldenGate - Rita Nuñez
    In another excellent session, Rita covered the basics of Oracle GoldenGate and how to replicate Oracle Databases to the cloud seamlessly. Her demo provided a practical guide to setting up and running replication tasks.

  7. Data Dualities – A Quick Overview of Working Non-Relationally with Relational Data - Kim Berg Hansen
    Kim's session explored the concept of working with data in a non-relational way within Oracle Database 23ai. His talk was a great overview of the flexibility offered by Oracle's JSON, Graphs, and other duality features.

  8. Conversational AI Meets Oracle Cloud: Unlocking New Possibilities with ChatGPT - Basheer Khan
    This session was particularly exciting, as it demonstrated how ChatGPT can revolutionize the work of Oracle professionals. Basheer showed practical examples of how AI can simplify tasks and boost productivity.

  9. Oracle APEX and Efficient Lifecycle Management with DevOps - Ruben Rodriguez and Samuel Campos
    My colleagues Ruben and Samuel discussed the importance of effective lifecycle management in Oracle APEX using DevOps methodologies. They illustrated this with a practical example, integrating CI/CD pipelines to streamline the development process.

  10. Even Newer Features of Oracle Data Pump 23ai – Migrate Like a Pro - Daniel Overby Hansen
    Daniel’s session focused on the latest advancements in Oracle Data Pump. He provided some great tips for faster migrations, with detailed demos highlighting the best practices.

  11. Oracle Database 23ai New Features: Graph Analytics with the New MATCH Clause - Hans Viehmann
    Hans introduced us to the latest SQL:2023 standard features, specifically the MATCH clause for Graph Analytics. His hands-on examples were a great demonstration of how to simplify complex queries in Oracle Database 23ai.

  12. 23ai – Zero Slides, Zero PowerPoint, Zero Marketing, 100% Live Demo! - Connor McDonald
    Connor wrapped up the event with an engaging session that had no slides—just a live demo showcasing some of the smaller, yet impactful enhancements in Oracle Database 23ai. It was a refreshing and practical way to end the event!





At the end of the sessions, there was a dinner, where most of the attendees stayed. It was very pleasant and enjoyable, ending with a fun game of questions and answers.



Overall, DOUG 24 was a fantastic opportunity to connect with experts, share knowledge, and get inspired by the latest in Oracle technologies. I look forward to applying what I’ve learned and to attending future events like this!

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