COMMON POWERUp 2025: Full Schedule

Unlock the Power of IBM i at POWERUp 2025!

Join us in Disneyland, California, for POWERUp 2025, the premier conference for IBM i professionals. Whether you’re an experienced expert or just starting your IBM i journey, this event offers unparalleled education, hands-on workshops, and valuable networking opportunities. Stay ahead of the curve with insights from industry leaders, explore the latest innovations, and connect with a thriving community that shares your passion for IBM i. Don’t miss this opportunity to expand your knowledge, grow your skills, and power up your career!

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8:00am PDT

RPG Code Assistant

Tuesday May 20, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am PDT

Nile

Come and see an RPG code assistant specifically trained for RPG and IBM i.

Speakers

Edmund Reinhardt

IBM i Application Development Tools Lead, IBM

Edmund Reinhardt has been working on application development tools for IBM i for over 25 years. Starting with the green screen tools in 1989 through each technology iteration from OS/2 to Java. As the architect for Rational Developer for i, he is passionate about engaging and delighting... Read More →

Tuesday May 20, 2025 8:00am - 9:00am PDT
Nile 1150 Magic Way, Anaheim, CA 92802

Artificial Intelligence (AI)

10:45am PDT

30 Python tips in 60 Seconds on IBM i

Tuesday May 20, 2025 10:45am - 11:45am PDT

Nile

Python on IBM i has been around for a while now. In this session we explore many of the various tips I’ve run across over the last few years. These tips apply to both Python and/or the IBM i environment running the Python scripts. Tips include best practices, IFS features, pathing and MUCH more.

Speakers

Mike Pavlak

Solution Architect, Perforce Software

Mike Pavlak has been working with IBM midrange solutions since 1992 and IBM Mainframes before that. After years of developing applications using RPG, CL and PHP he managed IT development and IT for power protection manufacturer Tripp Lite. Later Mike was instrumental in developing... Read More →

Tuesday May 20, 2025 10:45am - 11:45am PDT
Nile 1150 Magic Way, Anaheim, CA 92802

Programming: Python

3:15pm PDT

Advanced Python on IBM i

Tuesday May 20, 2025 3:15pm - 4:15pm PDT

Nile

So, you’ve been learning about Python and maybe even playing a bit. Building upon the introductory session, this session will address the object oriented world of Python programming and introduce several topics for those considering Python for development. Some of these include Exception processing, Pathing, GUI use ODBC and NoSQL(Mongo), Web Services and much more. Many examples are taken from my college course on Advanced Python.

Speakers

Mike Pavlak

Solution Architect, Perforce Software

Tuesday May 20, 2025 3:15pm - 4:15pm PDT
Nile 1150 Magic Way, Anaheim, CA 92802

Programming: Python

4:30pm PDT

What the Heck is Binder Source and Why Do I Care?

Tuesday May 20, 2025 4:30pm - 4:50pm PDT

Nile

Discover what binder source is, what it's used for, and why you definitely want to use it with your service programs. We'll talk about binding, signatures and signature violations, and how to change service programs without having to recompile all your programs.

Speakers

Patrick Behr

Software Developer / Architect, Seiden Group

Tuesday May 20, 2025 4:30pm - 4:50pm PDT
Nile 1150 Magic Way, Anaheim, CA 92802

Programming: RPG

5:05pm PDT

Why Procedures Are Better Than Subroutines

Tuesday May 20, 2025 5:05pm - 5:25pm PDT

Nile

Discover the super powers that procedures have(and subroutines don't) and how they can help you create more reliable and more easily maintained programs. We'll talk about the benefits of input parameters: local variables, and return values, error handling with on-exit, and increased functionality with recursion.

Speakers

Patrick Behr

Software Developer / Architect, Seiden Group

Tuesday May 20, 2025 5:05pm - 5:25pm PDT
Nile 1150 Magic Way, Anaheim, CA 92802

Programming: RPG