The Next Generation of Mainframers

Explore the world of mainframe computing and its evolving landscape in this insightful 26-minute talk featuring John Mertic from The Linux Foundation, Jessielaine Punongbayan from Broadcom, and Alex Kim from Vicom Infinity. Discover the speakers' diverse backgrounds and their journeys into the mainframe industry. Gain valuable insights into the importance of mainframes in modern computing, the integration of open-source technologies, and the changing mindset surrounding these powerful systems. Learn about the challenges and opportunities in bridging the gap between traditional mainframe environments and contemporary open-source solutions. Engage with a rapid-fire discussion that covers key topics and trends shaping the future of mainframe technology and its next generation of professionals.

Introduction
Jessielaines background
Alexs background
How did you get here
Why mainframe
Open source on mainframe
Changing mindset
Open source
Rapid fire