HOW2025 Eco Conference

Advancing Open Source Database Technologies

HOW2025 Eco Conference is a premier annual community-driven technical conference dedicated to the advancement of open source technologies in the database field, with a special focus on PostgreSQL and IvorySQL. This non-profit event brings together industry leaders, developers, database administrators, and open source enthusiasts to share knowledge, explore innovations, and strengthen the open source community. Following our successful previous gathering in Qingdao, we are excited to announce that HOW2025 will be held in Jinan.

Our Mission

Our mission is to foster collaboration and innovation in open source database technologies. We believe that open source is not just a development methodology but a philosophy that drives technological progress through collective effort and shared knowledge. HOW2025 serves as a platform to showcase the latest developments, best practices, and future directions in PostgreSQL, IvorySQL, and related technologies.

Key Focus Areas

  • PostgreSQL Ecosystem: Exploring advancements, performance optimizations, and enterprise applications of the world’s most advanced open source database
  • IvorySQL Innovations: Highlighting the development of IvorySQL, the open source PostgreSQL-based database with enhanced Oracle compatibility
  • Open Source Collaboration: Discussing strategies for effective contribution to and participation in open source projects
  • Database Technology Trends: Analyzing emerging trends and future directions in database technologies
  • Enterprise Solutions: Showcasing real-world implementations and success stories

Organized by Highgo

HOW2025 is proudly organized by Highgo, a leading contributor to the PostgreSQL ecosystem and creator of IvorySQL. With a strong commitment to open source development, Highgo brings extensive expertise and a global perspective to this conference, ensuring a rich and valuable experience for all participants.

Join the Open Source Movement

We warmly invite companies and individuals in the database field to join us in advancing the open source movement. Whether you’re interested in sponsorship opportunities, speaking engagements, or collaborative initiatives, we welcome your participation in HOW2025.

Connect with us to explore how we can work together to drive innovation and shape the future of open source database technologies. Together, we can build stronger, more resilient, and more accessible database solutions for users worldwide.

Contact Information

For inquiries about participation, sponsorship, or collaboration opportunities, please contact the HOW2025 organizing committee at conference@ivorysql.org.

If you require assistance with your travel — whether financial or logistical — please don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re here to help you sort it out.

Join us at HOW2025 and be part of the open source revolution in database technologies!