BIG DATA CONFERENCE EUROPE 2025: Running Non-Cloud-Native Databases in Cloud-Native Environments: Challenges and Solutions

CONFERENCE TALK

BIG DATA CONFERENCE EUROPE 2025: Running Non-Cloud-Native Databases in Cloud-Native Environments: Challenges and Solutions

Big Data Conference Europe is a four-day event that focuses on technical discussions in the areas of Big Data, High Load, Data Science, Machine Learning, and AI. The conference comprises a series of workshops and sessions, aimed at bringing together developers, IT professionals, and users to share their experience, discuss best practices, describe use cases, and business applications related to their successes. The event is designed to educate, inform, and inspire, organized by people who are passionate about Big Data and Data Exploration.

Our colleague, Alkin, will present the talk: Running Non-Cloud-Native Databases in Cloud-Native Environments: Challenges and Solutions.

Adapting non-cloud-native databases like MySQL and PostgreSQL for cloud-native environments presents unique challenges. From scalability and elasticity to integration with orchestration tools like Kubernetes, these databases often require careful tuning and creative solutions to meet modern demands. This session will explore strategies to bridge the gap, including containerization, replication, and backup solutions tailored for cloud-native systems. Real-world examples will highlight both successes and lessons learned, offering attendees a practical guide to running traditional databases effectively in modern, distributed environments. Whether you’re planning a migration or optimizing an existing setup, this talk provides actionable insights to ensure reliable and efficient database operations.

About the Presenter

Alkin Tezuysal – Director of Services at Altinity

Alkin Tezuysal has extensive experience in open-source relational databases, working in various sectors and large functions. With over three decades of industry experience, he has led global operations teams for MySQL customers and users. He’s a known speaker at worldwide open-source database events.

He was awarded Most Influential in Database Community 2022 by The Redgate 100. He has co-authored MySQL Cookbook, 4th Edition 2022, by O’Reilly Media, Inc. He was awarded MySQL Rockstar 2023—Oracle (MySQL Community)—Co-authored Database Design and Modeling with PostgreSQL and MySQL 2024 by Packt. He was awarded to Oracle ACE Pro 2025 – Oracle ACE Program.