When
Thursday, November 27th, 2025
Where
CIVO Tech Junction
First Floor, 32-37 Cowper St, London
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Speakers
Percona.Connect
London
Percona.Connect London is where the open source database community comes together for a full day of learning, ideas, and collaboration.
Expect practical insights, real-world case studies, and future-focused discussions from Percona experts and industry peers—designed to show how open source databases can be made more secure, performant, and ready for enterprise scale.
Why attend?
Expert-led sessions and panels
Learn from industry leaders and Percona experts about the latest in open source database technology.
Exclusive access to Percona roadmaps
Get insider insights into future developments and strategic direction of Percona's solutions.
Networking with peers and pros
Connect with fellow database professionals, share experiences, and build valuable relationships.
Interactive experiences
Engage in hands-on demos, Q&A sessions, and collaborative discussions with the community.
Whether you're a long-time customer or exploring open source database options, this is your chance to connect with the people shaping modern data infrastructure live in London.
Seats are limited, and we’ll review all registrations to help ensure the best possible experience for all attendee
Agenda
Registration
⏱︎ 1:00 - 1:30 PM
Welcome & Introduction
⏱︎ 1:35 - 1:40 PM
Why Choose Open Source Database Solutions in 2025: new opportunities, common traps and how to avoid them
⏱︎ 1:40 - 2:10 PM
The Rise of Valkey: Insights Into the Future of Open Source Caching
⏱︎ 2:40 - 3:10 PM
Running PostgreSQL in a Cloud Native context: Percona Operator for PostgreSQL and alternatives. Explore the most popular options for running PostgreSQL in a Cloud Native manner
⏱︎ 2:40 - 3:10P M
Afternoon Tea, Coffee & Bites
⏱︎ 3:10 - 3:30 PM
No More Workarounds: Native PostgreSQL TDE is Here
⏱︎ 3:30 - 4:00 PM
MySQL 8.4: the new kid in the MySQL town is here, what's new, how to upgrade, and how to navigate MySQL 8 EOL
⏱︎ 4:00 - 4:30 PM
Closing Remarks & Dinner Begins
⏱︎ 5:00 PM
⏱︎ 4:30 - 5:00 PM
Building The Future of MySQL: Vector Support & Binlog Server MVP Review
Andre Pons
Enterprise Sales Manager
Percona
Alastair Turner
Postgres and Community
Percona
Takis Stathopoulos
Enterprise Architect
Percona
Michal Nosek
Senior Enterprise Architect
Percona