At Oracle AI World next month, we have some pretty cool things to show you. But in between all our sessions and labs, we still have time to meet you.

We want you to get the most out of Oracle AI World and we are there to answer all your questions. We can help you with:

• Upgrades
• Patching
• Migrations
• AutoUpgrade
• Data Pump
• Cloud Premigration Advisor Tool

The Small Things

For quick questions, informal conversations, or even a selfie, come visit us at the Oracle AI World Hub.

Our team will have a dedicated booth next to the other database booths, and someone will be there throughout the event. Stop by and say hello – we’d be happy to talk.

The Bigger Things

For more complex questions or topics that require a deeper discussion, let’s arrange a private meeting.

We can talk about:

• Upgrades, migrations and patching in general
• Your specific challenges
• An upcoming project where you would value our input
• The future of Oracle AI Database and related tools

We’d also love to hear your feedback::

• What has your experience been with our tools?
• What could we improve?
• How can we make the tools more useful for you?

We can’t help you with:

• Service requests
• License issues
• Sales and commercial discussions

How Can I Schedule a Meeting?

First, take a few minutes to prioritize the topics you’d like to discuss. Meeting availability will be limited, so let’s focus on what matters most to you.

Then send me an email at daniel.overby.hansen@oracle.com. Please introduce yourself and your company, and let me know what you’d like to discuss.

I can’t guarantee that we’ll have time to meet everyone, but I guarantee that I’ll do my best to find a spot in our calendar.

See you in Las Vegas!

In little more than a month, Oracle AI World 2026 starts in Las Vegas.

Sunday is the first day of the conference – and it’s all about learning.

Together with Oracle University, we’re hosting a full-day training session on upgrades, patching, and migration.

Together with Oracle University we’re hosting a full-day training session on upgrades, patching and migration.

Join Mike Dietrich, Daniel Overby Hansen, Rodrigo Jorge, and Alex Zaballa for a workshop featuring real-world customer cases and practical examples of upgrade, migration, and consolidation techniques and strategies. Explore the power and possibilities of Oracle AI Database 26ai. Learn how to prepare for Oracle AI Database 26ai and leverage the latest enhancements in AutoUpgrade. Discover how to take patching to the next level, ease operations in the multitenant architecture, get Data Pump on steroids, simplify migration to Oracle ADB for beginners and experts, and explore the coolest and best new features for DBAs in Oracle AI Database 26ai.

Sign up here

What’s In It For You?

You will get:

• An intense learning with enough time to dive into the details.
• The latest updates on how AI affects security in tech and what that means for patching.
• Our best practices for operating your databases in a multitenant architecture.
• A unique opportunity to learn from our entire Product Management team, including Mr. Upgrade himself, Mike Dietrich.
• All tech, no marketing!

Details

The event takes place on Sunday October 25 from 09:00 to 17:00. Be sure to bring:

• Your laptop – we have exercises planned for the hands-on lab.
• Loads of questions.
• An open mind and a willingness to learn.

Seats are limited, so don’t wait too long to sign up.

See you in Las Vegas!

Back from Oracle AI World in Las Vegas – the conference formerly known as CloudWorld formerly known as OpenWorld. Badge now joins the others on my wall.

Slides / Labs

Here are the slides from our presentations:

• Upgrade to Oracle Database 26ai: Best Practices and Customer Experience
• Mastering Oracle Data Pump: Faster, Smarter, Simpler
• Operational Life Hacks with Oracle AutoUpgrade
• Patch Smarter, Not Harder in Oracle Database 19c and 23ai
• PRE-EVENT: Mastering Oracle 23ai Upgrades – Best Practices and Zero Downtime Techniques

You can try our hands-on labs for free in Oracle LiveLabs:

• Hitchhiker’s Guide for Upgrading to Oracle AI Database
• Supercharge data movement with Data Pump

Impressions

• The conference included many visionary keynotes, all available on YouTube for further viewing.

• Release of Oracle AI Database 26ai. Check Mike’s blog post for details.

• Oracle AI World is special, especially for someone like me who usually works from home. In a few days, I reunited with colleagues, customers, and friends—a very intense social event for someone used to meeting people on Zoom. It’s also the time of the year when I get to spend time with my team.

• Long days left me with sore feet from extended standing and walking.

• The motto of the conference: AI is changing everything! I only had time to play with AI generated pictures.

• Nine-hour time difference usually causes me jetlag, but not this time. I used the Timeshifter app, drank lots of water with electrolytes (no caffeine), got sunshine and darkness at the right times, and took Melatonin (this is not a medical endorsement, always check with your doctor). I recovered quickly. If you suffer from jetlag too, give it a shot.

• Fruit and a protein bar in my bag served as emergency fuel when meals were delayed—a tip for future conferences.

• First Air Canada flight—a pleasure. Flew a Boeing Dreamliner, my second favorite after the Airbus A350. As an aviation geek, I love watching planes. What’s your favorite aircraft?

• While making a layover in Toronto, I saw Canada’s vast autumn forests from above on approach—a magnificent sight. I’d love to visit Canada in autumn. Any recommendations for must-see sights?

• Saw a remake of The Wizard of Oz at The Sphere. What a wild ride—unbelievable. If you visit Las Vegas, catch a show there. That’s a true big screen. So many people were doing selfies, that we had to make a selfie-with-a-selfie.

Job Done

• That’s it! Celebrated an amazing conference with the team and said our goodbyes.

• Moving forward, stay tuned for news on the upcoming Oracle AI World Tour 2026—coming soon to a city near you.

• Next year’s conference returns to The Venetian in late October. Hope to see you there! If you have a story to share, reach out—perhaps you can present it with us.

• THANKS to everyone that took part in making Oracle AI World a big success!

In little more than a month, Oracle AI World 2025 starts in Las Vegas.

If you want to stay updated on Oracle Database upgrades, migrations and patching, here is a list of our sessions.

There’s so much to see at Oracle AI World, so start planning today.

Our Sessions

• Upgrade to Oracle Database 23ai: Best Practices and Customer Experience [LRN1142] – get a head start on your upgrade and avoid making the same mistake as others.

• Patch Smarter, Not Harder in Oracle Database 19c and 23ai [SHO2822] – you won’t download patches from My Oracle Support anymore after this session; you’ll be on the next level.

• Mastering Oracle Data Pump: Faster, Smarter, Simpler [LRN2901] – get the latest news, update on our enhancements and best practices.

• Operational Life Hacks with Oracle AutoUpgrade [LRN2890] – get tips and tricks that makes your day.

• Mastering Oracle 23ai Upgrades: Best Practices and Zero Downtime Techniques [PRE1115] – a unique learning experience hosted by the entire product management team.

Our Hands-On Labs

• Fast Track: Upgrade to Oracle Database 23ai [PI1147] – learn how to upgrade to Oracle Database 23ai without worrying about performance issues and execution plan changes.

• Export Like a Pro: Supercharging Oracle Data Pump [HOL2821] – leave with first-hand knowledge how to make your imports significantly faster with new features.

How Do I Get A Seat?

The seats are on first-come-first-served basis. You can’t secure a seat upfront. You must show up in good time if you want to be sure to get a seat.

I Have Questions?

You can connect with us at our booth in the exhibition area.

Bring your questions, thoughts, ideas or enhancement requests. We’re all ears.

See you soon!