JCON EUROPE 2026 is about to kick off – and anticipation is building. The conference opens its doors today in Cologne, once again bringing together the international Java community. Just ahead of the event, new high-profile AI highlights have been announced, making it one of the most important meeting points for AI and Java experts in Europe.
Focus on AI: Highlights on Wednesday
A special focus is placed on AI on Wednesday, April 22. The day begins with a high-level keynote:
“Scaling Data in a Sovereign AI Platform”
by Johann Strauss (CTO AI Solutions, Dell Technologies) and Markus Kett (CEO, Cyrock.AI)
This will be followed by a panel discussion featuring representatives from:
- eco – Association of the Internet Industry
- German AI Association (Bundesverband der Unternehmen der Künstlichen Intelligenz in Deutschland e.V.)
Another highlight: the live presentation of the AI Sustainability Award. Altogether, this conference day positions itself as one of the key AI events of the year.
World-Class Program with New Premium AI Track
JCON EUROPE 2026 offers a comprehensive program with five parallel tracks. New this year is the Premium AI Track, dedicated specifically to the latest developments in artificial intelligence.
In addition, the conference covers a wide range of topics:
- Java & modern architectures
- Cloud-native development
- DevOps & platform engineering
- AI integration in enterprise applications
International speakers from the global Java community will provide practical insights and best practices. The program is complemented by daily keynotes from Oracle (Tuesday), Dell & Cyrock (Wednesday), and IBM (Thursday).
Free Tickets for the Community
A major advantage: participation is free for many members of the Java community, including:
- Members of Java User Groups (JUGs)
- JAVAPRO readers
- JAVAPRO authors and training participants
- Former JCON participants
Using the ticket code JAVAPRO, attendees can secure a free full-conference pass for the main conference (workshops and Premium AI Track not included).
For corporate participants, the regular price for a 3-day ticket is €699 (excluding VAT).
Event Overview
- Big Workshop Day: April 20, 2026
- Premium AI Track: April 21–22, 2026
- Main Conference: April 21–23, 2026
- VIP Event: April 22, 2026
- Happy Hour: April 21–22, 2026
Conclusion
With its strong focus on artificial intelligence, a top-tier lineup, and free access options for the community, JCON EUROPE 2026 is a must-attend event for Java and AI enthusiasts.
If you still want to join, you should act fast – the last tickets are now available.
