JVM, Spring, cloud-native Java, microservices, performance, testing — and the AI tooling that’s changing how we build and ship software.
Oracle Database, APEX, PL/SQL, Cloud — plus AI-driven workflows and real-world automation from practitioners and partners.
Learn how AI augments modern development, architecture and delivery. From AI-assisted coding and testing to intelligent systems design, explore practical approaches you can apply immediately.
Meet developers, architects, and tech leaders shaping the future with AI. Exchange real-world experiences on adopting AI responsibly in teams, products, and organizations.
AI is changing how software is built, operated, and evolved. Learn which skills matter next, how roles are shifting, and how to stay relevant as AI becomes a first-class team member.
SPEAKING TOPICS
Talks at the intersection of AI systems, modern Java, Oracle APEX, database engineering, and developer productivity.
LLMs, MCP, agent workflows, vector search, and practical enterprise AI integrations.
How AI copilots and autonomous systems reshape developer productivity.
Building enterprise apps with APEX, security, observability, and scalable architectures.
Integrating AI assistants, automation, and modern developer workflows.
SQL performance, upgrades, reliability, and real-world DBA practices.
Databases evolving into AI-ready platforms with vector search and automation.
Java, Quarkus, Spring, Jakarta EE, JVM internals, and enterprise development.
Java powering AI services and high-performance distributed systems.
Monoliths, microservices, modernization, and architecture that works in production.
Designing systems that combine distributed services, AI agents, and real-time data.
Git workflows, CI/CD, testing, observability, and AI-assisted development.
Engineering teams working alongside AI copilots to ship faster and safer.
*22% VAT excluded.
Both of these events are in-person and will be hosted at the Convention Centre Portus in Portorož, Slovenia. Admission fee is be valid for both events.
MakeIT 2026 and JCON Slovenia 2026 will take place from 27th - 29th May in Portorož, Slovenia. The weather in May already allows for unique experiences in coastal tourist resort on northern coast of the Gulf of Piran.
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Talks were well organized and there were no conflicting topics. Great speaker lineup!
I really like the general vibe of the conference. Very relaxed and open. Good location and good food.
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We offer various predefined collaboration packages, however we can also create an offer which suits your needs. Feel free to reach us via email: elizabeta.gruden@makeit.si.
Your sponsorship enables us to keep the conference affordable and your support helps nurture the next generation of developers and fuels innovation. By sponsoring, you are directly contributing to the development and empowerment of the tech community.
The MakeIT 2026 & JCON Slovenia 2026 is organized by the SIOUG, Tržaška cesta 134 1000 Ljubljana and OpenBlend. Contact us to get more information on sponsorship and speaking opportunities.