Day of Data Detroit 2026

Day of Data Detroit 2026 is a free, community-driven, in-person technical conference bringing together approximately 100 data professionals, developers, DBAs, architects, data engineers, BI professionals, AI practitioners, students, consultants, technology leaders, speakers, and community members from Detroit, Southeast Michigan, and the broader Midwest.

The event will feature practical technical sessions, demos, career and certification discussions, professional networking, and opportunities to connect with local and regional experts.

Topics include:

SQL Server and Azure SQL
Microsoft Fabric and Power BI
Real-Time Intelligence
Azure Data & AI
Databricks and modern data engineering
Data architecture and governance
Generative AI and AI agents
Machine learning and analytics
Security, DevOps and automation
Certification and professional development

Sessions will be presented by experienced community speakers and industry practitioners from Michigan and the surrounding region.

Who should attend?

Everyone from students and early-career professionals through experienced DBAs, developers, data engineers, architects, analysts, AI/ML practitioners, consultants, managers and technology leaders.

Attendance is free, but registration is required because capacity is limited.

Official event page:
https://dayofdata.org/2026-09-12-dayofdata1164/

Michigan Data & AI Community:
https://dayofdata.org/michigan-data-ai-community/

Questions, speaking, volunteering or sponsorship:
mouraksh@umich.edu