Name: A Practical Solution and Lessons Learnt from Connecting IBM watsonx Assistant to IBM iDb2 for i
Start: 2026-04-30T15:00:00-0500
End: 2026-04-30T16:00:00-0500

Unlock the Power of IBM i at POWERUp 2026!

Join us in New Orleans, Louisiana for POWERUp 2026, 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!

A Practical Solution and Lessons Learnt from Connecting IBM watsonx Assistant to IBM iDb2 for i

Thursday April 30, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT

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We've all heard that AI will revolutionize the way we do business, but how can we connect that AI inspired future technology to our present day systems of record hosted on IBM i and Db2 for i. In this session we will to demonstrate to an intermediate level audience on how to solve this business problem. Linking AI technology with our IBM i backend systems, securely and in real time. With practical tips and a working proof of concept delivered within the session, attendees will be better informed and ready to build their own connected watsonx Assistants.

Learning Objectives:

1. Learn approaches to connecting IBM watson X and watsonx orchestrate to Db2 for i data, securely. 2. Learn from our experience on what works and what doesn't work when connecting AI and Db2 for i. 3. Resources to get you started with building your own IBM watsonx assistanct consuming IBM i Db2 for i data.

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Steve Cast

Practice Director/Treasurer Common Europe, Fresche Solutions

I lead the European team at Fresche Solutions, one of the world's largest IBM i dedicated teams outside of IBM.

In my role as Practice Director of Fresche Europe, I continue to build on the success of my 40+ years of working in this sector, by combining the comprehensive IBM i too

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Thursday April 30, 2026 3:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
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