Conference: DOAG 2025

Date: November 19, 2025 - Time: 10:00 a.m.
Location: Nuremberg Convention Center (NCC), Germany

Presentation: Bitemporality as a fundamental principle: The Data Engine Thinking approach
Speaker: Dirk Lerner

About the presentation: Temporal data is an essential component of modern data solutions. This session will demonstrate how data engine thinking provides an ideal foundation for successfully implementing the complex concept of bitemporal data.

Data engine thinking is a comprehensive approach to creating a truly flexible, expandable, and robust data solution. Bitemporal data management is not just a technical feature, but an integral part of the DNA of the Data Engine approach.

About the speaker: Dirk is an experienced independent consultant and managing director of TEDAMOH – the Data Modeling Hub. He is recognized worldwide as an expert in BI and data architectures as well as data modeling and is particularly valued for his work on temporal data – including groundbreaking examples on his blog and in his training courses that highlight the many aspects of time management in data and their solutions.

With a 25-year career focused on data modeling, temporal data, and automation, Dirk has consistently applied these disciplines to create flexible, lean, and extensible architectures.

As a pioneer of Data Vault and FCO-IM in Germany, Dirk has authored various publications and is a highly regarded international speaker at conferences.

About the conference: DOAG User Conference 2025 – The leading user conference focusing on Oracle technologies and database solutions in German-speaking countries is hosting its traditional four-day specialist conference focusing on modern information technology and user orientation.

Brief description:

• Target audience - Oracle users, database administrators, developers, IT architects, cloud specialists, data analytics & AI experts, IT decision-makers, and those interested in soft skills
• Format - Four-day conference (3 conference days + 1 training day) with over 300 sessions, interactive community activities, and evening program
• Topics - Six main streams: database, infrastructure, development, middleware, data analytics & AI, strategy & soft skills. In addition, Oracle technologies, open source, cloud computing, and current IT trends
• Characteristics - Practice-oriented exchange of experience with a long tradition, focus on modern information technology and professional success in an agile working environment
• Program - November 18 to 21, 2025, at the Nuremberg Convention Center (NCC). Parallel events: AI Navigator 2025 and Low-Code Creator 2025

With over 300 sessions, the DOAG User Conference is the central platform for the German-speaking Oracle and enterprise community for professional exchange, networking, and further training on the latest database and IT infrastructure solutions.