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Scaling AI and Analytics: IBM's Sonia Mezzetta Talks Next-Gen Data Solutions

By Marius Ciortea
Are you ready to dive into the future of data management and AI? Tomorrow or maybe for you Today, July 16, 2024, IBM TechXchange Day brings you a virtual extravaganza of cutting-edge insights and expert knowledge. Among the stellar lineup of speakers, we're thrilled to showcase Sonia M. (Sonia Mezzetta), a true luminary in the world of data management. With over 19 years of experience, Sonia Mezzetta currently serves as a Program Executive Director in IBM's Data Fabric Product Management team. Her expertise spans a wide range of areas, including Modern Enterprise Architectures, Data Strategies, DataOps, Data Analytics, and Data Governance. ...
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Democratizing AI: My Interview with Brad Topol on InstructLab

By Marius Ciortea
As I've been exploring the world of artificial intelligence, I've become fascinated by the open-source initiatives that are democratizing AI development. One project that's caught my attention is InstructLab ( https://instructlab.ai ), an innovative collaboration between IBM and Red Hat. I recently had the privilege of slacking with Brad Topol , IBM Distinguished Engineer, Director of Open Technologies, and Chief Developer Advocate, to discuss this exciting project, as he is one of people behind the project. In our slack conversation, Brad offered me a deep dive into InstructLab's community-driven approach to generative AI and shared his insights on how ...
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IBM User Groups Events Calendar: July & August 2024

By Morgan McKeen
IBM TechXchange User Group Events Calendar: July and August 2024 With over 33 events worldwide, don't miss out and register through the links below ! JULY EVENTS: July 11th – QRadar User Group (QRUG) July 15th – COMMON N2i Happy Hour Networking! July 17th – Pacific Maximo User Group South 2024 July 19th – DEDUG: Db2 July 23rd – Florida-Georgia IBM watsonx User Group July 25th – IBM Semeru Runtimes India WebSphere User Group July 24th – COMMON POWERcast: How Protected is Your IBM i in the Event of Disaster? UPCOMING AUGUST EVENTS: Aug 4th – SHARE Kansas City Aug 8th – Mumbai Storage User ...
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IBM User Group Benefits

By Peter Nightingale
User Groups are a volunteer-run group of customers, IBMers, business partners(or a combination of all three) actively working with IBM solutions and have interest in learning and sharing information about their solutions with other members. A big part of user groups is the in-person meetup. One of the best ways to network, socialize and share experiences with the different products is to do this face to face. Do you know a user group that is planning an in-person or virtual event that could use some support? Let them know about IBM TechXchange User Group Benefits: Full day event but want to make sure your audience stays energized? We can help cover ...
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Scaling AI-Powered Automation: Insights from TechXchange

By Marius Ciortea
The rapid evolution of artificial intelligence is reshaping the business landscape, offering unprecedented opportunities for automation and innovation. At this year's TechXchange virtual event, we're diving deep into the transformative power of AI-driven automation and exploring how businesses can harness these technologies responsibly and effectively. Scaling Responsible AI with watsonx One of the highlights of TechXchange is the spotlight on watsonx, IBM's cutting-edge AI and data platform. Watsonx is designed to leverage foundation models for both generative AI and machine learning, opening up new possibilities for businesses ...
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Bringing AI to Life with a Modern Data Architecture: Data Mastering for AI

By Kushal Mewada
Imagine This: You have a super cool, versatile, and varied business trail running but the team finds it hard to manage, maintain, fetch, and leverage data. Nothing short of a nightmare right? Which is why it is a fact that….. Data in the current times is the most important currency for businesses and industries across genres. It is more like a labyrinth that helps keep the business moving in more ways than one. And, at the core, AI is the bedrock. Just like two peas in a pod. Where the prominence, reliance, and significance of AI are undeniable the symphony of data with AI is a no-brainer. From variety, and volume to velocity data rules the business realm and ...
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IBM Db2 Query Monitor for z/OS: Enhanced observability with modern dashboards

By Carlos Guardia
IBM Db2 Query Monitor for z/OS: Enhanced observability with modern dashboards By Carlos Guardia IBM Db2 Query Monitor for z/OS 3.4 is a query analysis tool that monitors SQL queries across your Db2 for z/OS environment. It helps detecting SQL issues before they impact your business, allowing to fine tune complicated queries so that they run as efficiently as possible. The new version enhancements include zIIP offload of key processes to potentially reduce costs and anomaly detection and reporting improvements. OMEGAMON Data Provider (ODP) streams data to external analytics platforms, such as IBM Instana, the Elastic Stack, Splunk, Apache Kafka, ...
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Explained: The Role of AI and Machine Learning in Mobile App Development

By Kushal Mewada
It’s all about ‘What’s New ’ when it comes to user experiences. All that the users initially opt for is an experience that’s no less than a secret genie or an intuitive superpower. Yes, now is the time when the user interface is expected to be smart enough to read, map, and analyze what the user on the other end will opt for or prefer. It’s more like a psychic smart genie placed on the apps that makes the user experience proactive, smart, and intuitive. The trajectory of mobile app development solutions have changed dramatically and the same has been decoded here. So, tag along! AI & ML in Mobile App Development: Decoded! It is quite apparent ...
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Enhancing data transmission Security: Implementing iSCSI Two-Way Authentication between ESXi Hosts and IBM FlashSystem ™ Target Device

By Tanmay Mujumdar
Introduction: In today's digital landscape, maintaining data security is of utmost importance for organizations utilizing virtualization technologies. VMware ESXi, acting as an initiator, and IBM FlashSystem ™, as a target, offer a potent combination for efficient data storage and retrieval. To establish secure communication between ESXi hosts and the FlashSystem ™ device, the implementation of Two-Way Authentication plays a crucial role. In this blog, we will explore the concept of Two-Way CHAP and how it strengthens security in this integration. Understanding Two-Way Authentication: Two-way authentication is an authentication protocol employed ...
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IBM Classic VSI server root password Reset.

By Vaibhav Srivastava
IBM Classic VSI server root password Reset. This Blog is for IBM Cloud Users only. It happens often that you lose the root password of your Classic VSI Server. What do you do now? call IBM? open a Ticket.? yes or you can follow below steps… In Case you lose the root password of your Linux VSI server on IBM Cloud. (Any Linux Flavor/ OS) it can be reset from the steps given below: - · First login into IBM Cloud using >> https://cloud.ibm.com · Once you logged in please go to Device List, you can use URL: - https://cloud.ibm.com/gen1/infrastructure/devices ...
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Unleash Your Inner Tech Legend at the IBM TechXchange Conference 2024!

By Marius Ciortea
Unleash Your Inner Tech Legend at the IBM TechXchange Conference 2024! Calling all tech wizards, data sorcerers, and innovation magicians! The IBM TechXchange Conference 2024 is just around the corner, and here’s your chance to amplify your skills and shape the future of technology. Are you ready to become a Tech Legend? This epic event, happening 21-24 October in Las Vegas, isn’t just about learning—it’s about unlocking your own full, legendary potential. Immerse yourself in over 1,500 tech breakouts, hands-on labs, and roadmap discussions, all designed to Fuel Your AI Journey and equip you with the cutting-edge skills to dominate the ...
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Node-Red v2 Reference Sheets

By John Carr
Node-RED is a flow-based development tool for visual programming (or low-code programming) developed originally by IBM for connecting hardware devices, APIs and online services as part of the Internet of Things (IoT). It provides a web browser-based flow editor, which can be used to create JavaScript functions, on the Node.js platform and has cross-platform implementations. If you’re new to Node-RED or just looking for some help, we’ve created a quick reference sheet similar to our IBM App Connect Enterprise Nodes Reference sheets that can help shorten the learning curve and get started sooner. You can download from here: https://www.txmq.com/disruptive-technology/#node-red ...
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Sydney's AI Enthusiasts, Get Ready: IBM and Nick Renotte Bring the Future of AI to You!

By Marius Ciortea
Sydney's tech community, here's your call to action! IBM, a global leader in technological innovation, is hosting the AI event of the year right in our backyard 28 - 29 November 2023 . And with Nick Renotte, IBM's Chief AI Engineer, at the helm, this is an opportunity you simply cannot afford to miss. Why This Event is a Big Deal 1. Organized by IBM: This is not just any AI event; it's an IBM event. As one of the tech giants at the forefront of AI innovations, IBM's involvement guarantees that attendees will be immersed in the latest information, solutions, and cutting-edge AI technologies. 2. Hosted by Nick Renotte: Renowned in the AI domain, ...
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Discover the Future of AI with IBM TechXchange watsonx Day 2

By Marius Ciortea
The digital age is evolving rapidly, and with it, the world of Artificial Intelligence (AI). As businesses and individuals alike seek to harness the power of AI, there's a platform that stands out in its promise and delivery: IBM's watsonx. Here's why you should be marking your calendar for the IBM TechXchange watsonx Day 2. 1. A Gathering of Minds Watsonx Day is not just another tech event. It's a confluence of IBM experts, end-users, and community members, all coming together to share insights and technical experiences with next-generation AI. Imagine a space where the brightest minds discuss the future of AI and its potential to reshape industries. ...
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Save the Date: IBM TechXchange Conference 2024!

By Marius Ciortea
Dear TechXchange Community, I am excited to announce the IBM TechXchange Conference 2024! After the resounding success of our 2023 conference, we are gearing up to make the upcoming event even more memorable. The IBM TechXchange Conference has become a beacon for IBM technical professionals, offering a platform to learn, share, and network. From developers and data scientists to IT architects, our conference brings together the brightest minds in the industry. While the details from our 2023 conference are still fresh in our minds, we are already in the planning stages for our 2024 event. We have some exciting sessions, product demos, and networking ...
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A look back at the inaugural IBM TechXchange Conference 2023

By Marius Ciortea
Last month, IBM TechXchange brought together technologists from all over the world for a week of collaboration, learning, and fun. The inaugural conference was a huge success, with 3000+ attendees taking part in keynotes, the over 1000 sessions, the Sandbox, and labs that covered a wide range of technical topics. Highlights from the conference included: Keynote speeches from IBM SVP Dinesh Nirmal, IBM GM Jason Gartner, and other industry leaders Sessions on everything from artificial intelligence and cloud computing to blockchain and quantum computing The Sandbox, an interactive space where attendees could learn about and try out the latest ...
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Nominations are now open for IBM Champions until 27 November 2023

By Libby Ingrassia
Updated 5 December: IBM Champions nominations are now closed. We will continue to evaluate IBM Rising Champions advocacy badge applications monthly. IBM Champions program nominations are now open I am pleased to announce that nominations are now open for the 2024 class of IBM Champions! You have until 27 November 2023 to nominate someone you think might make a great addition to the program, or to nominate yourself. Who are IBM Champions? IBM Champions are the ultimate advocates for IBM technologies . Currently, nearly 850 non-IBMer technical experts worldwide are dedicated to promoting IBM technologies through speaking at conferences, publishing content, ...
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IBM TechXchange Conference 2023: Day 1 Recap

By Sarah-Jane Cogley
The IBM TechXchange Conference 2023 commenced with a vibrant Community Day Kick Off, serving as the official opening ceremony. This event provided an excellent platform for members of the IBM TechXchange Community and distinguished IBM Champions to convene, exchange insights, and foster valuable connections. Speakers including @JASON GARTNER , @AMY TENNISON , @Marius Ciortea , @Sarah-Jane Cogley , and @Libby Ingrassia delivered enlightening and motivating talks. Jason Gartner, General Manager, set the tone for the day by highlighting the profound importance of this inaugural TechXchange conference. He emphasized its role in promoting the ...
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IBM TechXchange Conference Day 1: Social Media Snaps

By Aine Lenihan
IBM TXC Conference: Social Media Snaps From insightful sessions to inspiring conversations, the 1st day of the IBM TechXchange Conference has been nothing short of spectacular. But let's take a moment to appreciate the power of community and partnerships, as well as the excitement that awaits us at the Block Party Welcome Reception later. Today, we've scoured social media to gather some of the fantastic photos attendees have been sharing. You might just spot a familiar face or two! 📸 Community Day Kickoff: The day started with a burst of energy as participants from diverse backgrounds converged to celebrate the spirit of community. Below is a ...
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