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Linking the World with Open Source

HOW2026：PostgreSQL & IvorySQL Eco Conference

2026.4.26-4.28          Jinan, China

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HOW2026 Eco Conference

A community-driven event focused on open-source

innovations and database technology

HOW2026 is on the horizon! This premier open-source database event will return to the vibrant city of Jinan next year, bringing together PostgreSQL experts, IvorySQL contributors, developers, and community members from around the world. Stay tuned for more details on the dates, speakers, and program highlights as we continue to build another unforgettable conference experience.

Past Conferences

HOW2025

Call for Speaker is Now OPEN!

CFP is open until February 27, 2026.

Share your expertise on PostgreSQL, IvorySQL, or open-source database innovations. 

Here are some suggested topics for HOW2026:

  • New capabilities in PostgreSQL.
  • IvorySQL’s Oracle compatible features.
  • Open source Postgres user stories.
  • Postgres community.
  • Generally interesting Postgres knowledge & tips.
  • How you use Postgres extensions such as PostGIS, Citus, pgvector, synchDB & more.
  • Data modeling and SQL best practices.
  • Explaining Postgres internals.
  • Building AI applications with Postgres.
  • IvoyrSQL ecosystem integrations with Postgres.
  • Cloud Native PostgreSQL or IvorySQL.
  • Benchmarking & performance tuning.
  • High availability techniques (including Patroni).
  • Migrating to IvorySQL from Oracle.
  • Monitoring tools for PostgreSQL.
  • Optimizing for data-intensive analytics and time series workloads.
  • Case studies & success stories.
  • Ideas for new features in Postgres or new Oracle compatible features for IvorySQL.
  • …. anything PostgreSQL related
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Event At a Glance

Explore the latest in PostgreSQL from core

tech to real-world Applications

Discover how PostgreSQL and Oracle-compatible IvorySQL communities are driving open-source innovation and ecosystem growth through collaboration across community, academia, and enterprise.

  • ✅ Community Collaborations
  • ✅ Deep Technical Insights
  • ✅ Open-Source Innovation and Industry Trends
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We Look Forward to Seeing you in Jinan Again

Blue Hall, Jinan Nanjiao Hotel (Main Forum)

Shandong Hotel (Sub Forums)

Jinan, Shandong Province, China

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