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Tell Us: Why attend IBM TechXchange 2025

  • 1.  Tell Us: Why attend IBM TechXchange 2025

    Posted Thu April 17, 2025 12:44 PM

    As you know registration is open for IBM TechXchange 2025, which is taking place 6-9 October in Orlando, Florida. We have an exciting lineup of speakers and other great experiences for attendees. This is the learning event for developers and technologists, which includes more than 1,000 expert sessions; hands-on labs; opportunities for certifications; interactive experiences in Sandbox 3.0; live software demonstrations; new product announcements; and plenty of networking opportunities with peers, advocates, and of course, IBM Champions! 


    Are you looking for opportunities and what to expect in technology-specific tracks? Check out the Why Attend Flyers:


    And tell us: Why attend IBM TechXchange 2025?

    /kd



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    Kathryn DuPont
    IBM Rising Champions Program Lead
    IBM TechXchange

    IBM
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  • 2.  RE: Tell Us: Why attend IBM TechXchange 2025

    Posted Fri April 18, 2025 10:54 AM

    I've been told the code to use to sign up for a free IBM Champion pass to IBM TechXchange 2025 is posted somewhere here in the community but I am unable to find it. Can someone please tell me where it is?

    Thank you!



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    Geoffrey Decker
    Instructor
    Northern Illinois University
    DeKalb
    8155015250
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  • 3.  RE: Tell Us: Why attend IBM TechXchange 2025

    Posted Fri April 18, 2025 11:03 AM

    Hi Geoffrey,

    Libby wrote something about the process:

    https://community.ibm.com/community/user/champions/blogs/libby-ingrassia/2025/04/01/time-to-claim-your-pass-for-techxchange-2025

    Just follow her instructions. 

    Regards,

    Daniel



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    Daniel Gross
    #IBMChampion
    Senior Core Developer, Geis Group
    Pegnitz, Germany
    https://blog.qpgmr.de/
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  • 4.  RE: Tell Us: Why attend IBM TechXchange 2025

    Posted Fri April 18, 2025 11:50 AM

    Thank you!



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    Geoffrey Decker
    Instructor
    Northern Illinois University
    DeKalb
    8155015250
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  • 5.  RE: Tell Us: Why attend IBM TechXchange 2025

    Posted Fri April 18, 2025 06:29 PM

    In terms of why attend, I would say there are two key things about TechXchange

    First and foremost there are a lot of deep technical sessions run by people who really know what they are talking about. So if you want to find something out about an IBM product, TechXchange is the place to go.

    Secondly, the conference covers the IBM products that customers USE not just the ones that have a current marketing story! Unlike THINK, backbone and less trendy products get plenty of air time.

    Oh, and there's a bunch of Champions there too....



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    James Taylor
    Founder and Executive Partner
    Blue Polaris
    Palo Alto CA
    16504003029
    james@bluepolaris.com
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  • 6.  RE: Tell Us: Why attend IBM TechXchange 2025

    Posted Mon April 21, 2025 09:37 AM

    Thanks James! 
    I think people truly enjoy the depth of the technical sessions and the opportunities to discuss these sessions in truly meaningful ways.  It will be a packed event for sure! 

    See you there! 
    /kd 



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    Kathryn DuPont
    IBM Rising Champions Program Lead
    IBM TechXchange

    IBM
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  • 7.  RE: Tell Us: Why attend IBM TechXchange 2025

    Posted Mon April 21, 2025 05:15 AM

    I'm a rising IBM Champion, and I'd love the opportunity to connect with other rising champions and the broader IBM Champion community. I'm also looking forward to attending many of the exciting technical sessions that are expected to be on the agenda.



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    Stefan Hoffmanns
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  • 8.  RE: Tell Us: Why attend IBM TechXchange 2025

    Posted Mon April 21, 2025 09:39 AM

    Hello Stefan! 
    You will definitely experience Community at IBM TechXchange 2025!  I think, like you, many are looking forward to the technical sessions as well.  
    Looking forward to seeing you at the conference! 

    /kd



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    Kathryn DuPont
    IBM Rising Champions Program Lead
    IBM TechXchange

    IBM
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  • 9.  RE: Tell Us: Why attend IBM TechXchange 2025

    Posted Mon April 21, 2025 02:27 PM

    Hi everyone! I'm a Rising IBM Champion and truly honored to be part of this amazing community. I've recently earned the Contributor badge and I'm eager to continue learning, collaborating, and growing within the IBM Champion ecosystem.

    I'm looking forward to connecting with fellow Rising Champions and experienced Champions to exchange ideas, explore opportunities, and contribute even more.

    Let's connect!



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    fabian leiva
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  • 10.  RE: Tell Us: Why attend IBM TechXchange 2025

    Posted Wed April 23, 2025 11:24 AM

    Fabian! Welcome to the IBM Rising Champions program! We are happy to have you in the program. Yes, the conference is such a wonderful networking opportunity for everyone. It is great to see the collaboration between experts and technologists alike! 

    See you in October! 

    /kd 



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    Kathryn DuPont
    IBM Rising Champions Program Lead
    IBM TechXchange

    IBM
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  • 11.  RE: Tell Us: Why attend IBM TechXchange 2025

    Posted Mon April 21, 2025 03:04 PM

    Why I want to go to TechXchange 2025!

    As a first time IBM Champion, I really love the idea of meeting with other Champions and talk, X-change and learn a lot.

    And as my daughter is in training (intern) to also become an application developer like her father - I will take her with me - I think there is also a lot to learn for her.

    So TechXchange will be a father-daughter trip for me - and we both really look forward to it.

    Regards,

    Daniel



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    Daniel Gross
    #IBMChampion
    Senior Core Developer, Geis Group
    Pegnitz, Germany
    https://blog.qpgmr.de/
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  • 12.  RE: Tell Us: Why attend IBM TechXchange 2025

    Posted Wed April 23, 2025 11:27 AM

    Hi Daniel! 
    I am sure you will make so many new friends at the event, as will your daughter! I brought my son to the conference in 2024. It was so wonderful to have him along.  And if she is a developer-in-the-making, she will get a lot out of the conference too! 

    /kd



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    Kathryn DuPont
    IBM Rising Champions Program Lead
    IBM TechXchange

    IBM
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  • 13.  RE: Tell Us: Why attend IBM TechXchange 2025

    Posted Mon April 21, 2025 03:48 PM
    Edited by Nezih Boyacioglu Mon April 21, 2025 03:50 PM

    As an IBM Champion and IBM Redbooks author, I'm excited to attend IBM TechXchange 2025 to both learn and share my knowledge with the broader community. I've submitted two sessions this year; the first highlights my latest IBM Redbooks publication, where I'll dive into workload-specific tuning for IBM FlashSystem. The second is tailored for Business Partners interested in effectively monitoring their customers storage environments using IBM Storage Insights.

    If both sessions are accepted, it will be a great opportunity to share my real-world experiences and practical insights. Beyond presenting, I'm looking forward to engaging with fellow IBM Champions, exchanging ideas with global experts. And of course have some fun while we’re at it!



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    Nezih Boyacioglu
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  • 14.  RE: Tell Us: Why attend IBM TechXchange 2025

    Posted Wed April 23, 2025 11:28 AM

    Nezih, 

    It is always wonderful to have you the conference. You have so much valuable information to share with attendees! 

    /kd



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    Kathryn DuPont
    IBM Rising Champions Program Lead
    IBM TechXchange

    IBM
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