Flash offer: Only 1,000 available!
Flash offer: Only 1,000 available!
The first 1,000 people to register* between June 18 and August 15 will unlock early access to Universal Islands of Adventure and a photo op with iconic Universal characters during Tuesday evening’s celebration. Plus, 20% off their Full Conference Pass purchase.
Hurry—limited spots available! No code needed.
*This offer is only valid for paid Full Conference Passes.
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Technology Breakouts
An in-depth, technical session delivered by a client, partner, or IBM subject matter expert that demonstrates or explores IBM products, architectures, client case studies and/or best practices (60 minutes)
Tech Talks
Quick, interactive, and to-the-point discussions featuring use cases and special topics regarding IBM technologies shared by peer technology experts, advocates and enthusiasts (20 minutes)

Flash offer: Only 1,000 available!
Get early access to Universal Islands of Adventure and enjoy an exclusive photo op with iconic Universal characters—available only through August 15. Plus, receive a 20% discount when you purchase a Full Conference Pass.
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Plan your conference experience

Explore session types
Technology Breakout
Duration: 60 minutes
Lecture-style sessions by IBM technical experts, clients & partners who explore and show product use-cases and best practices.
Tech Talk
Duration: 20 minutes
In these interactive and concise discussions, learn with peer experts, advocates & enthusiasts in an approachable setting.
Instructor-led Lab
Duration: 90 minutes
Facilitated by IBM technical experts, you work hands-on with step by step instructions to solve real-world problems.
Certification Testing
Duration: 60 minutes
Validate your skills development by completing a certification exam and earning up to 3 credentials onsite for free.
Meet the Expert
Duration: 45 minutes
Meet IBM experts, clients & partners after their session to go deeper on products, features and “how they made it happen.”
Workshop
Duration: 60-180 minutes
Hands-on challenges where you learn by doing, and work individually or in teams to build a solution using IBM products.
Professional Development
Duration: 60 minutes
Strengthen your soft skills with seasoned professionals who share the keys to their career success in interactive workshops.
Peer Roundtable
Duration: 45 minutes
Connect with peers on topics that interest you. Bring your ideas, your attention, and engage with your technical colleagues.
Plan each day
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Monday, October 6
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8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Early Access Instructor-led Labs
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8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Certification Testing
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8:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Partner Day
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1:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Community Day (Open source projects, User Group Meetups, CABs and CACs)
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7:00 PM – 9:30 PM
Opening Night Block Party @ Sandbox 3.0
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Tuesday, October 7
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7:30 AM – 8:45 AM
Peer Roundtables (including continental breakfast)
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7:30 AM – 5:45 PM
Instructor-led Labs & Workshops
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9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sandbox 3.0 Expo open
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9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Opening General Session
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10:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Break & Networking
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10:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Technology Breakouts, Meet the Experts, Live Demos & Tech Talks
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10:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Certification Testing
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11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Lunch & Networking
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3:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Break & Networking
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7:30 PM – 11:30 PM
Evening Entertainment at Universal Orlando Resorts Islands of Adventure
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Wednesday, October 8
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7:30 AM – 8:45 AM
Peer Roundtables (including continental breakfast)
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7:30 AM – 5:45 PM
Instructor-led Labs & Workshops
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9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sandbox 3.0 Expo open
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9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Wednesday General Session
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10:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Break & Networking
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10:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Technology Breakouts, Meet the Experts, Live Demos & Tech Talks
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10:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Certification Testing
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11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Lunch & Networking
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3:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Break & Networking
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Thursday, October 9
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7:30 AM – 8:45 AM
Peer Roundtables (including continental breakfast)
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7:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Instructor-led Labs & Workshops
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8:00 AM – 1:30 PM
Sandbox 3.0 Expo open
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8:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Certification Testing
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8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Technology Breakouts, Meet the Experts, Live Demos & Tech Talks
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10:00 AM – 10:30 AM
Break & Networking
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12:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Grab & Go Lunch
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12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
Closing General Session & Awards
Make time for adventure
After a full day of technical sessions and activities, join us for an amazing evening at Universal Orlando Resorts Islands of Adventure. Enjoy a theme park packed with wizards, dinosaurs, superheroes, and memorable characters that are larger than life. Seeing as you accomplish incredible things on a regular basis, we think you’ll fit right in.
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