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A focus on z13/z14, New I/O, new z/OS releases, and Db2 12 exploitation of those capabilities. 

• Present an overview of pureXML and pureXML internals in Db2 for z/OS. 
• Review pureXML enhancements in Db2 for z/OS over the years. 
• By examples introduce new features in Db2 V11 and Db2 V12 for z/OS such as performance improvements of SQL/XML functions, improvements of XMLMODIFY, XMLTABLE enhancements, XQuery language and so. 

This presentation is a deep dive into the functionality and features of the latest Db2 Analytics Accelerator V7. It covers in detail the different deployment options and their characteristics, the architecture, coexistence aspects and the supported functionality and how it compares to the Db2 Analytics Accelerator V5. The comparison will address details on data types, SQL statements and query execution, load aspects, and support of stored procedures. We also dive into the functionality of True-HTAP and explore advanced data refresh strategies.

This session focus on implementing modern applications around DB2 for z/OS using the latest technologies. We will discuss how to build a cognitive DB2 solution using Watson, how to do Machine Learning on DB2 data without a GUI, how to do Spark analytics, how to use DB2 as REST provider using DB2 native REST service, and how to use DB2 as REST consumer using JSON and XML feature in DB2. Working examples, hints, and tips will be given that you can try out right away!! 

IBM DB2 11 has been in the market for 3.5 years. Many customers have migrated to DB2 11, but have not yet taken advantage of the DB2 11 SQL enhancements. DB2 12 is the new kid on the block, and while many customers are thinking about their migration plans, they have not yet investigated the DB2 12 SQL functional enhancements. This session will provide information on the SQL enhancements contained in these two DB2 releases and how to take advantage of these enhancements. 

Db2 12 for z/OS is the most recent release of IBM's flagship relational DBMS product for the mainframe. It includes many innovations that improve application performance and lower costs, without application changes. It also includes ease of use and simplification improvements that reduce management costs and improve availability. New application and security features are also included. Along with cloud, DevOps, Db2aaS, and hybrid analytics, Db2 12 provides the basis for continuous delivery whereby new features can be delivered more quickly, in a more controlled way for customers. This presentation gives a technical overview of Db2 12, and offers an update on customer experiences, recent CD deliveries, and the technical strategy roadmap. A focus will be on how Db2 capabilities can be used to help enterprises meet the expectations, and demands of their internal and external customers.