JVM, Spring, cloud-native Java, microservices, performance, testing — and the AI tooling that’s changing how we build and ship software.
Oracle Database, APEX, PL/SQL, Cloud — plus AI-driven workflows and real-world automation from practitioners and partners.
Learn how AI augments modern development, architecture and delivery. From AI-assisted coding and testing to intelligent systems design, explore practical approaches you can apply immediately.
Meet developers, architects, and tech leaders shaping the future with AI. Exchange real-world experiences on adopting AI responsibly in teams, products, and organizations.
AI is changing how software is built, operated, and evolved. Learn which skills matter next, how roles are shifting, and how to stay relevant as AI becomes a first-class team member.
Sessions will be grouped into 8 core topics, offering immediate, actionable knowledge for developers NOW, alongside forward-looking EDGE insights for tomorrow's challenges.
We're offering a sneak peek at a few of the topics that will be featured at the conference.
More sessions will be announced over the coming weeks.
The language that runs the world. Java language, frameworks, libraries, tooling & the ever-evolving JVM ecosystem.
Imagining where the future Java might be in the next decade and beyond.
Designing systems at every scale, from monoliths to multi-agent models.
How architecture and systems thinking adapt beyond human patterns.
Craft, test, secure, ship. CI/CD, tooling, defensive engineering, AI-augmented development.
What happens when systems become autonomous? Does code still matter?
Dev wellness, leadership, inclusion, accessibility, and design thinking.
Can AI be part of the team? How does creativity and leadership evolve?
The MakeIT 2026 & JCON Slovenia 2026 is a three-day conference dedicated to developers and decision makers. It is held at the Convention Centre Portus in the charming seaside town of Portorož, Slovenia.
Wednesday 27th - Workshops & Evening event
Thursday 28th - Conference & Evening gala dinner
Friday 29th - Conference & closing ceremony
*22% VAT excluded.
Both of these events are in-person and will be hosted at the Convention Centre Portus in Portorož, Slovenia. Admission fee is be valid for both events.
MakeIT 2026 and JCON Slovenia 2026 will take place from 27th - 29th May in Portorož, Slovenia. The weather in May already allows for unique experiences in coastal tourist resort on northern coast of the Gulf of Piran.
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Talks were well organized and there were no conflicting topics. Great speaker lineup!
I really like the general vibe of the conference. Very relaxed and open. Good location and good food.
Become a sponsor at the MakeIT 2026 / JCON Slovenia 2026 conference and assist us in creating a general overview on the current trends in development and implementation of IT solutions related to Oracle technology on premises and in the cloud.
We offer various predefined collaboration packages, however we can also create an offer which suits your needs. Feel free to reach us via email: elizabeta.gruden@makeit.si.
Your sponsorship enables us to keep the conference affordable and your support helps nurture the next generation of developers and fuels innovation. By sponsoring, you are directly contributing to the development and empowerment of the tech community.
The MakeIT 2026 & JCON Slovenia 2026 is organized by the SIOUG, Tržaška cesta 134 1000 Ljubljana and OpenBlend. Contact us to get more information on sponsorship and speaking opportunities.