Date & Time
Wednesday, January 17, 2024, 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM EST
Keynote Speakers
Chris Gomez
Software Developer at PC Richard & Son
Christopher Gomez is a dedicated Software Developer at PC Richard & Son and the president of LISUG. Known for his exceptional work ethic and deep knowledge of IBM i systems, Christopher excels in modern web app development, utilizing technologies like ODBC and Next.js. As a leader in the IBM i community, Christopher orchestrates events that empower professionals with cutting-edge insights and practical skills. His expertise in integrating IBM i programs and enhancing system performance through tools like hardware replication and Live Partition Mobility has made him a respected and influential voice in the tech world.
Gregory Simmons
Project Manager at P.C. Richard & Son
Gregory Simmons is a Project Manager with P.C. Richard & Son. He started on the IBM i platform in 1994, graduated with a degree in Computer Information Systems in 1997, and has been working on the i ever since. He has been a registered instructor with the IBM Power Schools Academy since 2007, holds a COMMON Application Developer certification, IBM Champion, a member of the CAAC and is a contributing author at ITJungle.com.
Simon Hutchinson
Developer / Author at RPGPGM.COM
Simon Hutchinson has been writing his highly acclaimed IBM i blog, RPGPGM.COM, for over ten years sharing his knowledge, experience, and giving many detailed examples of the latest RPG, SQL, and CL. His work has led him to be recognized by IBM as an IBM Champion for Power and IBM i Community Advocate. He is a subject matter expert for COMMON North America and, in 2023, winner of their John Earle Speaker Scholarship in recognition for his contribution to the community. Since its founding Simon has been the president of the Central Texas IBM i User Group (CTXiUG).