Hands-on. Developer-driven.
Whether you’re an experienced developer or a database administrator, this virtual event will help you unlock more value from HCL Informix® 15.
Date: September 11, 2025
Time: 8 AM PT | 11 AM ET | 4 PM BST | 5 PM CEST
Join HCL Informix experts as they guide you through:
- The newest capabilities and future roadmap for HCL Informix.
- Expert-led upgrade guidance with real-world best practices.
- Hidden tips and capabilities that make HCL Informix more powerful than you think.
- How to modernize legacy HCL Informix applications with tools from 4Js.
This two-hour event is free and built for the people who keep HCL Informix running—developers and DBAs.
Informix is a trademark of IBM Corporation in at least one jurisdiction and is used under license.
Register Now!
(i.e. sales@..., support@...)
Our speakers

John (JC) Lengyel
Chief Architect, HCL Informix - Actian
JC is a seasoned database expert with over three decades of experience shaping Informix into a high-performance, secure, and reliable solution. His deep understanding of Informix’s inner workings has been instrumental in driving its continued adoption and innovation. By consistently listening to customer feedback and implementing their insights, JC has played a pivotal role in enhancing Informix’s capabilities and ensuring its prominence for decades to come.


Scott Norris
Partner Sales Engineer, Actian
Scott is an accomplished IT professional with over 30 years of experience spanning program management, solutions architecture, and engineering. He leads workshops and supports clients in designing robust data management strategies for HCL Informix and the Actian Data Intelligence Platform.


Michael Folcher
World Wide Director, Professional Services Delivery, 4Js
Michael Folcher is the Worldwide Director of Professional Services at 4Js Development Tools, where he leads the global delivery of enterprise-grade professional services. With 20+ years of experience working with Genero Business Development Language (BDL), Informix 4GL, and large-scale ERP platforms, Mike is known for his ability to scope, lead, and deliver complex projects that drive customer success. Through his leadership, 4Js’ Professional Services group has become a key pillar of the company’s strategy—delivering consistent, scalable, and high-value solutions that align technical innovation with business outcomes.

Agenda
11:00 – 11:10 AM | Welcome Address – John Lengyel
Agenda overview
Why this event: Empowering the Informix user community
11:10 – 11:40 AM | HCL Informix 15 Update – John Lengyel
HCL Informix 15: Unlimited and future-proof
New capabilities and performance updates
HCL Informix roadmap and strategic vision
11:40 – 12:10 PM | Modernize with HCL Informix and 4Js – Michael Folcher
How 4Js and HCL Informix work together to support modernization
App development and interface enhancements
12:10 – 12:40 PM | Upgrading to HCL Informix 15 – Scott Norris
Step-by-step upgrade planning
Migration tips, compatibility, and real-world lessons
12:40 – 1:00 PM | Hidden Features of Informix 15 – John Lengyel
5–10 underused capabilities that streamline development and operations