Webinar: Oracle to Db2 migration using Db2 Bridge

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If you missed the presentation, you can find the recording here.
A previous webinar about Db2Bridge can be found here.

Abstract:

Migrating enterprise databases from Oracle to IBM Db2 is a critical step for organizations seeking improved performance, scalability and integration with modern analytics platforms. IBM Db2 Bridge provides a streamlined solution for this migration, offering both a graphical user interface (UI) and command-line interface (CLI) to simplify the process. It supports secure TLS connections, high-speed data transfer and flexible migration options, ensuring minimal downtime and preserving data integrity throughout the transition.

Db2 Bridge automates the conversion of Oracle database objects into Db2-compatible formats, enabling users to migrate entire databases or select specific objects. The tool incorporates dependency resolution, DDL review and optimized data movement. Its architecture supports hybrid deployments across on-premises and cloud environments, making it suitable for OLTP and OLAP workloads. With ODBC connectivity and compatibility across multiple operating systems, Db2 Bridge ensures a smooth migration experience for diverse enterprise setups.

By leveraging Db2 Bridge, organizations can accelerate the creation of development and test environments, reduce migration complexity and maintain operational continuity. The tool’s ability to handle large-scale migrations efficiently positions it as a strategic enabler for businesses transitioning from Oracle to Db2. This webinar will explore the migration workflow, supported scenarios and best practices to achieve a successful and secure migration using IBM Db2 Bridge.

Speaker:

Bhavya Pandey

Bhavya Pandey is a Software Developer at IBM, specializing in enterprise data
modernization solutions. Currently, she is focused on enhancing IBM Db2 Bridge by
integrating advanced schema conversion capabilities for databases like Teradata and
Oracle, enabling seamless and secure data migration. She has played a pivotal role in
backend development for Db2 Bridge and contributed significantly to migration
functionalities that ensure smooth data transfer. With expertise in building robust
solutions, she helps enterprises transition their data environments efficiently, reducing
complexity and improving performance. Passionate about innovation and scalability, she
continues to drive initiatives that empower businesses to modernize their data
infrastructure with confidence.

Divya Ramchanda

Divya Ramchandani is a Software Developer at IBM, working on Db2 Bridge, a solution that
enables seamless migration of data and workloads from SQL dialects such as Oracle and
Teradata to Db2. She specializes in SQL conversion logic and UI development, ensuring
smooth and efficient migration experiences for enterprise clients.
Her technical expertise includes Java, Python, and modern front-end technologies like
React, along with experience using the ANTLR framework for parsing and converting
complex SQL statements. She is passionate about building scalable, user-friendly solutions
that simplify database modernization and support high-performance data movement
across platforms.