New York City Meetup
Real-Time Data & Apache Flink®
Join Ververica and open-source practitioners in New York for a casual, technical evening dedicated to real-time data processing and Apache Flink.
This meetup is designed for engineers and architects who want to delve beyond high-level discussions and explore how streaming systems work in practice. The evening will focus on Apache Flink’s future direction, real-world operational challenges, and hands-on lessons from running streaming systems in production.
Agenda & Speakers
18:00 Arrival, Snacks & Drinks
18:30 to 18:55: Ben Gamble, Director of Product Marketing at Ververica
"Future Shock: Apache Flink® Five Years From Now
19:00 to 19:20: Speaker from an open-source–driven company
(Speaker and topic to be announced closer to the event date)
19:30 to 19:50: Ben Gamble, Director of Product Marketing at Ververica
"Technical deep dive: What No One Tells You About Operating Streaming Systems"
19:50 to 20:30: Networking and closing
After the talks, stay for networking, free drinks, and pizza with fellow data streamers. Share ideas, exchange war stories, and discuss what’s next for Apache Flink in 2026 and beyond.
Where
WeWork in central New York
Exact address will be shared closer to the event date
When
18.01.2026, 18:00-20:30 EST
