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Don't let legacy mainframes hold your organization back. Whether you're exploring modernization options or already deep into your transformation journey, this complimentary 2-day event delivers the strategic insights and practical guidance you need to succeed.
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Join AWS experts and industry leaders to discover how to successfully modernize your mission-critical mainframe workloads through expert-led breakouts, hands-on workshops, and personalized guidance.
Key takeaways
  • Explore the application of generative AI in accelerating mainframe modernization efforts
  • Evaluate and select the right modernization approach for your workloads and different business scenarios
  • Learn when to apply specific modernization approaches for optimal results
  • Gain proven strategies and best practices for re-platforming, refactoring, and transforming mainframe applications
  • Optimize cloud-native capabilities while preserving critical functionality
  • Apply real-world lessons from organizations that have successfully migrated their mission-critical workloads to AWS
  • Navigate common migration challenges and avoid costly pitfalls
  • Build a tailored modernization roadmap aligned with your business objectives
  • Leverage AWS tools and services to streamline your transformation journey
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What to expect
  • 24 breakout sessions
  • 11 self-paced hands-on technical workshops
  • One-on-one consultations with AWS experts for personalized guidance and in-depth technical recommendations
  • Peer networking opportunities
  • Happy Hour
This event is designed for professionals driving mainframe modernization. Whether you're a technical leader charting a modernization strategy, a mainframe specialist managing legacy systems, or a business decision maker evaluating transformation options, you'll gain valuable insights and proven approaches for migrating mainframe workloads to AWS cloud.
Abhijit Kshirsagar serves as a Senior Architect for AWS Mainframe Modernization Refactor service, where he helps enterprises transform their legacy mainframe systems into modern cloud-based solutions. With over 19 years of mainframe expertise and a specialized focus on AWS cloud modernization, Abhijit leads complex migration initiatives for Global Fortune 500 customers ensuring minimal disruption to operations.
Vaidy Sankaran leads go-to-market strategy and solution architecture for generative AI based Mainframe Modernization solutions at AWS. With 15 years of experience in Modernization, Artificial Intelligence, and Cloud Computing, Vaidy has guided Fortune 500 and enterprise customers worldwide through their digital transformation journeys. Vaidy holds a master's degree in software engineering, combining academic expertise with practical industry experience.
Bruno Sahinoglu is a distinguished mainframe expert with an impressive 15+ year career helping organizations migrate and modernize their mainframe systems. His dynamic leadership and project management skills have consistently delivered successful outcomes, making him a trusted authority in the field. He is dedicated to teaching and empowering customers and AWS Partners to successfully transition to the cloud.
Shubham Roy is a Senior Modernization Architect at Amazon Web Services, bringing over 19 years of expertise in technology innovation and digital transformation. He specializes in mainframe modernization, helping enterprises modernize their legacy systems and leverage cloud-native solutions. A recognized thought leader in mainframe modernization, Shubham has authored five AWS Prescriptive Guidance solutions, providing detailed architectural patterns and implementation strategies for enterprise modernization.
Rao is a seasoned IT professional with over two decades of experience spanning IBM Mainframes, distributed systems, and cloud technologies. Throughout his career, Rao has excelled in multiple roles, including Software Engineer, Database Administrator, Infrastructure Solutions Engineer, and Enterprise Architect, with a particular focus on mainframe environments. He has a proven track record in building and leading mission-critical application systems for large organizations.
Giri is a dynamic and innovative technology executive with over 20 years of experience in mainframe modernization and enterprise transformation. Giri successfully led Digital transformation initiatives and cloud migration for customers across Healthcare, Financial Services and manufacturing domains. He combines deep mainframe expertise with modern technology solutions to deliver exceptional customer outcomes and tangible business value.
Thirupathi is a Sr. Specialist Solution Architect for Mainframe Modernization at AWS. With nearly 20 years of experience working with mainframes, he has primarily focused on helping customers with their modernization initiatives. In his current role, he specializes in developing migration and modernization architecture reference patterns that accelerate customers' journeys to AWS.
Joan is a go-to-market leader in Mainframe Modernization, bringing transformative solutions to the Financial Services sector. With over two decades of expertise, she has guided Fortune 500 financial institutions through complex digital transformation journeys, consistently delivering measurable business value.
Santosh is a Mainframe Modernization Architect at AWS Professional Services. He has over 18 years of experience in the field of mainframe systems and cloud, with a strong focus on mainframe migration and modernization. In his current role, Santosh works closely with customers to assess their mainframe environments, develop migration strategies, and execute successful transitions to the AWS cloud.
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