data2day 2026 in Köln

data2day 2026 will take place on October 7 and 8, 2026, at KOMED in MediaPark, Cologne, and is one of the leading conferences for data science, data engineering, and data analytics in the German-speaking world. Since its inaugural event in 2014, the conference has evolved into a central meeting place for data professionals and is aimed at data scientists, developers, analysts, and executives from data-driven companies.

The conference focuses on the practical transfer of knowledge across the entire data journey. The program includes presentations, workshops, and case studies from real-world projects that offer valuable insights to both beginners and experienced professionals.

Key topics at data2day include:

• Data Science, Machine Learning, and Artificial Intelligence
• Data Engineering, Data Architectures, and Data Pipelines
• Data Governance, Data Quality, and Data Contracts
• Generative AI and Large Language Models in Practice
• Data-Driven Business Models and the Data-Driven Company

A particular highlight of the event is the strong practical relevance of the content. Technical presentations cover concrete applications such as the use of AI agent systems, modern data architectures, or strategies for implementing data-driven products. The program is complemented by workshops and discussion panels that promote direct exchange between participants and experts.