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**Michael "Monty" Widenius** is the creator of **MySQL** and founder of **MariaDB**, two of the world’s most popular open-source databases. A pioneer in open-source software, he is a leading advocate for community-driven development and the driving force behind the **MariaDB Foundation**.
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**Co-Speakers:**
**Sergei Golubchik** is the *Chief Architect at MariaDB Corporation*. He was also a long-time contributor to MySQL before its acquisition by Oracle. With extensive experience in database systems, Sergei has played a pivotal role in shaping MariaDB's architecture, focusing on performance, security, and open-source development. He is known for his deep expertise in SQL optimization, storage engines, and server internals.
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**Vicențiu Ciorbaru** is the *Chief Development Officer at the MariaDB Foundation*, where he focuses on maintaining and enhancing the MariaDB Server. He has contributed significantly to the development of MariaDB, including work on performance optimization, security improvements, and new feature implementations. Having started out as a Google Summer of Code contributor to MariaDB, Vicentiu is now known for his efforts in community engagement, advocating for open-source principles, and supporting developers in the MariaDB ecosystem.
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