MongoDB World 2022 featured the Builder's Fest, a vibrant event held in New York, where developers engaged in hands-on workshops and coding competitions to explore MongoDB's features and applications. Attendees, from novices to experts, participated in sessions led by MongoDB professionals, such as CTO Mark Porter, who hosted multiple talks on MongoDB's architectural advantages and safe software deployments. Builder's Pods facilitated interactive learning experiences, showcasing sessions on diverse topics, including IoT integration and building custom Tamagotchi hardware. The event emphasized collaboration and innovation, offering something for everyone, with coding challenges and gaming competitions enhancing the dynamic atmosphere. Meanwhile, MongoDB's CEO Dev Ittycheria announced his retirement effective November 2025, with Chirantan “CJ” Desai named as his successor. CJ, praised for his extensive experience and leadership qualities, is poised to guide MongoDB through its next growth phase, dubbed MongoDB 3.0. Ittycheria expressed confidence in MongoDB's strategic position and its ability to capitalize on emerging data-intensive applications, committing to remain involved as a board member to ensure a smooth leadership transition.