MariaDB for Universities and other adoption initiatives of the MariaDB Foundation

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Abstract

In this session, we will explore how the MariaDB Foundation is fostering the next generation of open-source contributors and database professionals through its MariaDB for Universities program and related initiatives. From empowering students with hands-on experience to engaging with academic institutions, governments, and industry partners, our mission goes beyond maintaining code—we aim to cultivate a thriving, collaborative ecosystem around MariaDB. Join us to learn how these initiatives are driving real-world adoption, closing the skills gap, and strengthening the open-source future from the ground up.

Speaker: Anna Widenius, CEO, @MariaDB Foundation