Virtual Payara Conference – Enterprise Java Modernization Made Simple

Tuesday, 8th July 2025, 1pm – 4:30pm BST

Join us for a focused virtual event where Java experts from Payara and Azul unveil new solutions that simplify enterprise Java modernization, cloud adoption, and platform engineering.

Discover Practical Strategies for Your Java Journey – Whether You Use Jakarta EE, Spring, or Quarkus

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Modernize smarter, not harder. Join us to discover how Payara Qube – supporting Jakarta EE, Spring, and Quarkus – and the new Payara – Azul partnership are transforming enterprise Java by eliminating Kubernetes complexity, cutting infrastructure costs, and accelerating cloud-native adoption across all major Java frameworks.

See live demos, hear from experts, and get practical insights to help your team deliver more, faster, and with less operational overhead – no matter what stack you’re running.

Who Should Attend?

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Enterprise Architects & CTOs looking to modernize Java platforms – including Jakarta EE, Spring, and Quarkus – and simplify cloud adoption
Java Developers & DevOps Engineers interested in cloud-native Java, Kubernetes-free deployment, and automation for diverse Java workloads
Platform Engineering & Cloud Teams building internal platforms that support a mix of modern Java frameworks
IT Leaders in Regulated Industries seeking secure, compliant, and fully managed modernization solutions
Technology Decision-Makers exploring vendor partnerships that accelerate modernization without increasing operational complexity

Key Themes & Sessions

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In just under 4 hours, explore how platform engineering and cloud-native innovation are transforming enterprise Java – including workloads built on Jakarta EE, Spring, and Quarkus. From high-level strategy to hands-on demos, you’ll discover how to simplify modernization, reduce costs, and accelerate delivery – featuring the official launch of Payara Qube, a deep dive into the Payara & Azul partnership, expert Q&A, and a live product demo that brings it all together.

Platform Engineering in a Downturn: Build Smart, Spend Less, Deliver More

Explore how platform engineering helps enterprises navigate today’s economic challenges by reducing infrastructure costs, simplifying cloud operations, and enabling developers to innovate faster.

Introducing Payara Qube: The Future of Cloud-Native Java

Get an exclusive look at Payara Qube, a fully managed, zero-Kubernetes runtime for Java. Discover how it simplifies deployments, ensures compliance, and empowers engineering teams.

Payara & Azul: Delivering Lower Latency and Higher Throughput for Enterprise Java

Learn how our new partnership with Azul delivers a high-performance, cloud-native solution for modernizing Java applications at scale—across hybrid and multi-cloud environments.

Live Demo: Payara Qube in Action

See how Payara Qube works in real time. Watch live as we deploy Java apps without Kubernetes expertise—fully automated and enterprise-ready.

Live Q&A + Expert Panel

Join a candid discussion with Payara and Azul experts. Ask your questions, explore real use cases, and learn how to accelerate your Java modernization journey with confidence.

Agenda

Time BST	Speaker	Session Title	Session Length	Short Abstract	Session Direct Link
1pm - 1:35pm	Dominika Paul	Welcome & Intro Platform Engineering in a Downturn: Build Smart, Spend Less, Deliver More	5 mins 30 mins	Discover how platform engineering helps enterprises cut infrastructure costs, simplify operations, and boost developer productivity — all while delivering more with fewer resources. This keynote sets the stage for the Payara Qube launch and enterprise Java modernization story.	Register
5 MINS BREAK

1:40pm - 2:20pm	Steve	Introducing Payara Qube: The Future of Cloud-Native Java	40 mins	Payara Founder Steve Millidge officially unveils Payara Qube — a fully managed, zero-maintenance platform for cloud-native Java. Discover its core features and the product roadmap shaping the future of enterprise Java.	Register
2:20pm - 2:55pm	Louise Castens & Simon Ritter (Azul)	Payara & Azul: Delivering Lower Latency and Higher Throughput for Enterprise Java	30 mins	Payara and Azul announce a strategic partnership to simplify Java modernization and cloud adoption, combining best-in-class runtimes and cloud-native capabilities for enterprise-scale applications.
10 MINS BREAK

3:00pm - 3:45pm	Louise, Luqman, Simon	Live Q&A: Payara Qube & Partnership Insights	45 mins	Join Payara and Azul experts for a live Q&A on Payara Qube and the new Payara-Azul partnership. Get deeper insights, ask your questions, and explore how these solutions simplify enterprise Java modernization.	Register
15 MINS BREAK

4pm - 4:30pm	Luqman	Payara Qube Live Demo - Automate. Standardize. Modernize	30 mins	Watch Payara Qube in action and see how it simplifies cloud-native Java deployments with zero Kubernetes complexity, automated management, and full infrastructure control.	Register
4:30pm - 4:40pm	Dominika	Closing	10 mins