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07 Announcement Day with Scott Forstie: Like Christmas, But With More Acronyms
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07 It’s IBM i announcement day, and joining us is the legendary Scott Forstie, IBM i database architect and innovation leader. In this episode, we unpack the highlights of the latest IBM i Technology Refresh, explore the brand-new Migrate While Active (MWA) functionality, and take a fresh look at security from the inside out.
Scott shares what’s new in the IBM i ecosystem, how these updates impact the community, and why staying current is more critical than ever. Whether you're a developer, admin, or just a fan of the platform—this episode delivers insight with heart, humor, and real-world experience.
What You’ll Learn:
- Highlights from the latest IBM i Announcements
- What Migrate While Active is—and how it’s changing the game
- Lessons from the first MWA production adopter
- IBM i security: Common gaps and how to protect your environment
- Why “secure by default” is a myth (and what to do instead)
- How Scott’s team approaches software development and client feedback
- Upcoming events and community opportunities
Scott Forstie, Senior Technical Staff Member and Db2 for i Business Architect at IBM
Email: [email protected]
Twitter: @Forstie_IBMi
Get the Gist here
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IBM Ideas - the RFE process has a brand new look and feel!
IBM i Success Stories
One incredible Th(i)ng! Products, gadgets, recipes, music or things we are loving right now.
Scott's pick for this week:
Comedy Clubs & Events - Nate Bargatze (one of Peg's favs!)
Peg's pick for this week:
Spring Weather (which I have said a couple times!)
Upcoming EVENTS:
NEUGC, April 7-9, 2025
LISUG - Horizons 2025: Actionable AI - May 14, 2025
POWERUp 2025, Anaheim, CA - May 19-22, 2025
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