Last week, the GS UK Virtual Conference 2025 brought the global mainframe community together for three packed days of learning, networking, and celebrating over six decades of innovation. With a lively mix of tech sessions, real-world insights, and thoughtful conversations, the event was a strong reminder of the mainframe’s continued relevance—and the passionate community behind it.
By the Numbers
- 165 sessions across three days
- 750+ registrations
- Attendees from 37 countries, including some dialing in from as far as Australia
- 133,808 total minutes spent on Zoom
Over 20GB of recorded content now available to replay
Highlights from the Agenda
There was something for everyone, from hands-on technical talks to big-picture discussions:
- Open Mainframe Project Track – Ambassadors shared the latest on tools like Zowe, showcasing how open source is transforming the mainframe landscape.
- Security & Compliance – Practical sessions on RACF, DORA, and managing insider threats offered valuable strategies for staying secure.
- Innovation & Modernization – Presenters explored hybrid cloud deployments, using Ansible with MQ, and other ways to keep systems future-ready.
- Diversity & Inclusion – Talks like “Own Your Origin Story” sparked important conversations about authenticity, identity, and representation in tech.
The event was recorded and is available on-demand for all registered attendees and GS UK members. Not yet a member? Join the growing community here: https://www.gse.org.uk/join
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