Open Source Hong Kong continues its mission to foster innovation, collaboration, and community within the tech world with three unmissable events this March 19, 26, and 29. Whether you're passionate about stream governance, PostgreSQL, or celebrating diversity in tech, these meetups offer the perfect opportunity to connect, learn, and be inspired
🍻 An Evening with the Postgres Godfather, Bruce Momjian 🍻
Calling all tech enthusiasts and database aficionados! This is your chance to meet the legendary Bruce Momjian, co-founder and core team member of the PostgreSQL Global Development Group since 1996 and affectionately known as the "Postgres Godfather" within EDB. Alongside Michael Stonebraker, Bruce has been instrumental in shaping PostgreSQL into the powerhouse it is today and is a true icon of EDB's commitment to the Postgres community.
📍 March 26 · 19:00 HKT @Treeside, 2-4 Observatory Court
🗓️ Event Highlights:
Exclusive Talk Session: Hear directly from Bruce as he shares the latest product roadmap and technical details of PostgreSQL.
Relax and Unwind: Join us in a casual, cozy bar setting in Hong Kong.
🚨 Last Call: Open Source Hong Kong Meetup #83 Stream Governance and Schema Registry 🚨
Real-time data is reshaping the landscape of business operations, but effective governance of data in motion remains a growing challenge. This meetup dives into the crucial role of the Schema Registry in Stream Governance, covering its fundamentals and best practices for integration with microservices. Walk away equipped to kickstart your stream governance journey.
📍 March 19 · 19:00 HKT @Bloomberg Hong Kong Office
📢 Featuring Engin Cukuroglu, Solutions Engineering Manager at Confluent. With a rich background spanning data science, cancer research, and distributed systems, Engin will guide you through innovative insights backed by years of expertise.
🌟 Additionally, Leo Chen will explore Bloomberg's open-source contributions, highlighting their dual role as both a driving force for business value and a public good.
⏳ Registration is closing on Monday (17/3) 12:00 HKT —don't miss this opportunity to learn, connect, and lead in the world of scalable, real-time data solutions. Secure your spot today!
[Supporting Event] Women Techmakers Hong Kong Redefine Possible: International Women's Day 2025
This International Women's Day, join the #RedefinePossible movement—a bold challenge to the limits of technology and a celebration of women revolutionizing the AI landscape. Women are no longer just participants in tech—they're innovators, breaking barriers and redefining what's possible. Together, let's shape a future where technology is inclusive, innovative, and groundbreaking.
📍 March 29 · 10:30am - 5pm HKT @Google Hong Kong Room Techtalk
🎙️ Meet Some of the Inspiring Speakers:
Rannes Man 文恩澄: A dedicated AI education expert, paving the way for more accessible and transformative technology learning.
Mavis 雞蛋妹: A spirited Hong Kong-based content creator sharing fun, easy-to-digest tech reviews and knowledge through her popular YouTube channel, "maviskuku 雞蛋妹."
Flora 娜姐: A dynamic media personality and "Slasher" extraordinaire, Flora brings her vibrant energy and diverse expertise—from hosting to marketing, and even as a barista and event emcee.