Posted on 2/9/2026
Dear Db2 Users,
We are thrilled to continue our Db2 12.1 webinar series with another highly anticipated session on The DB2Night Show!
Upcoming Db2Night Show Episode #280: Latest from Lab: Db2 12.1.4 Release & A Look Ahead to 12.1.5
Date: February 20, 2026 Time: 10:00 AM CST Speaker: Mike Springgay, STSM and Db2 Chief Architect, Toronto Lab, IBM Canada Registration URL: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/4652391491682416990
Speaker Bio: Mike Springgay serves as the Db2 Chief Architect and Senior Technical Staff Member (STSM) at the IBM Toronto Lab. With decades of experience in database engineering and enterprise data management, Mike leads the architectural vision and technical direction of IBM Db2 across platforms.
He is responsible for driving innovation in Db2’s core engine, including advancements in AI-powered query optimization, cloud-native architecture, high availability and recovery, performance engineering, and security. Mike plays a pivotal role in shaping Db2’s roadmap to ensure it meets the evolving needs of modern enterprises—supporting hybrid cloud, AI workloads, and mission-critical transactional systems.
As a trusted technical leader within IBM and the global Db2 community, Mike regularly engages with customers, partners, and industry forums to translate real-world requirements into forward-looking product strategy. His leadership continues to position Db2 at the forefront of enterprise-grade, AI-driven database solutions.
We’re excited to bring you another exclusive "Latest from Lab" session on The Db2Night Show platform!
In Episode #280, we’ll take a deep dive into the newest innovations delivered in Db2 12.1.4, along with early insights into what’s coming next in Db2 12.1.5.
This session will cover:
🔹 Key enhancements introduced in Db2 12.1.4 🔹 Performance, availability, and security updates 🔹 Optimizer and AI-driven improvements 🔹 Recovery and logging advancements 🔹 What to expect in Db2 12.1.5
Your Host: Mohan Saraswatipura Author, Database modernization leader, IBM Db2 Advisory Board member, and host of the globally recognized Db2Night Show. |