SQLAdria - Croatian & Slovenian DB2 Users
Forty seven SQLAdria members are attending two day workshop "DB2 9 for z/OS and XML: A New Data Type for a New World" presented by Mike Bracey of IBM UK. The workshop is taking place 20-21 November 2008 in Opatija, Croatia, and it includes lectures and lab exercises. We are proud to be the first audience in Europe to which this material is presented! SQLAdria chairmanship organizes this type of events (seminars or workshops) anually, usually in mid-November. Besides seminars, SQLAdria chairmanship organizes one summer three day conference in Dubrovnik, Croatia, and two one day conferences: spring conference in Ljubljana, Slovenia, and autumn conference in Zagreb, Croatia. [Read more...]
Publish Date: Thu, Nov 20, 2008

The Baltimore/Washington DB2 Users Group
The Baltimore/Washington DB2 Users’ Group meets quarterly in Columbia, Maryland, midway between Washington, DC and Baltimore, Maryland. The RUG was founded as a gathering point for computer professionals to discuss and share ideas on DB2 topics. Founded in 1988, the group is comprised of DB2 users on all platforms with a common desire to become more proficient in this comprehensive database management technology. [Read more...]
Publish Date: Wed, Nov 19, 2008

IDUG e-Bulletin - October 2008 Edition
The International DB2 Users Group (IDUG) is pleased to bring you this issue of the IDUG e-Bulletin, a monthly electronic newsletter for members of the IDUG electronic community. The e-Bulletin is distributed in digest form via e-mail to IDUG members.
You can view the newsletter at the following link: IDUG e-Bulletin October 2008 [Read more...]
Publish Date: Mon, Nov 10, 2008

Free PeopleSoft on DB2 for z/OS Discussion Forum
The PeopleSoft Discussion Forum provides a vendor-neutral industry forum for professionals involved in implementing and supporting PeopleSoft applications in DB2 for z/OS. The group meets via an email discussion group and monthly teleconferences to share ideas, strategies and performance tips. You are welcome to join, whether or not you are a CA customer. You can join at: https://www.ca.com/us/register/subform.aspx?id=148848. [Read more...]
Publish Date: Fri, Oct 31, 2008

South America DB2 Users Group Meeting
IDUG is proud to announce that a new Regional Users Group is starting up in South America and here is your opportunity to participate in their first meeting. [Read more...]
Publish Date: Tue, Oct 28, 2008

Several IDUG Members Crowned Data Champions for their impressive contributions with DB2
IBM recognized 23 inaugural Data Champions at the Information on Demand Conference on Oct. 27 in Las Vegas, and the first full membership group will be announced in February. The Data Champion program recognizes and rewards the most significant community contributions from data management professionals. Of the inaugural 23 Data Champions, 16 are members of IDUG, including: Ted Alexander, Dave Beulke, Kevin Campbell, Robert Catterall, Cuneyt Gosku, Scott Hayes, Ole Holmskov, Brian Holroyd, Michael McBride, Judy Nall, Sheryl Larsen, Roger Sanders, Fred Sobotka, Julian Stuhler, and Paul Turpin.
IDUG members are encouraged to nominate colleagues to become a Data Champion. IBM will conduct an in depth review of each nomination we receive from the community to identify the most significant community contributors. Nominations will be accepted through January 31, 2009 and can be submitted at www.ibm.com/software/data/champion. [Read more...]
Publish Date: Mon, Oct 27, 2008

"GREEN IT WITH DB2! EXTREME MAKEOVER: OPTIMAL PHYSICAL DESIGN REHAB - DB2 LUW EDITION" - SCOTT HAYES, DBI SOFTWARE
The International DB2 Users Group (IDUG) is pleased to partner with DBI to deliver a free Webcast by renowned presenter Scott Hayes, President & CEO, DBI. This live event will run approximately 60-75 minutes and participants will have the opportunity to pose questions to the presenter. Capacity is limited, so register early! [Read more...]
Publish Date: Tue, Oct 21, 2008

IDUG - DB2 9 for z/OS Bundle of Content
IDUG introduces a new format to provide its members with educational material "Bundled" together on a specific platform, or area within a platform. The first such "bundle" we have produced is to highlight DB2 V9 for z/OS. The bundle is made up of fourteen different educational materials (articles, webcasts, e-tips, etc.) that provide information on the basics of what to expect in V9, some application development hints & tips, tuning information and even how V9 can help one of our favorite packaged applications – People Soft. To simplify access to the information contained in this "bundle" you should log in to you www.idug.org account first. For further details on what is contained in the bundle [Read more...]
Publish Date: Wed, Oct 15, 2008

IDUG 2008 - Europe Online Registration Extended to 8 October
Online registration for IDUG 2008 - Europe is available until next Wednesday, 8 October.
The last few weeks we have witnessed a lot of uncertainty, particularly in the financial industry. We understand organizations are looking for ways to save on costs in these uncertain times. The pressure to work more efficiently and drive cost savings for your organization is at an all-time high. IDUG Europe attendees assert. [Read more...]
Publish Date: Fri, Oct 3, 2008

IDUG RUG Cameo - Turkish DB2 Users Group
The Turkish DB2 Users Group (TDUG) in Istanbul, Turkey was started in 2003 with the primary mission to provide networking and training for DB2 for z/OS customers. To see what they are up to now, read more. [Read more...]
Publish Date: Wed, Oct 1, 2008