Q&A with Brian Hall and Ryan Stauffer

In preparation for the ScyllaDB Summit 2019, a conversation with Brian Hall of Expero and Ryan Stauffer of Enharmonic highlights their upcoming sessions focused on integrating JanusGraph with ScyllaDB. Both experts bring significant experience with graph databases, discussing the challenges and advantages of using ScyllaDB as a backend for JanusGraph due to its performance, simplicity, and cloud provider portability. They also touch upon the nuances of choosing between different graph query languages like Gremlin, GraphQL, and OpenCypher, emphasizing the importance of understanding one's goals when selecting a technology. At the summit, Ryan plans to demonstrate the ease of deploying JanusGraph and ScyllaDB, while Brian will explore the broader possibilities of graph technology for attendees unfamiliar with it. Beyond technology, both speakers share their personal interests, with Ryan enjoying exploration and computer music projects, and Brian focusing on travel, food, and wine with loved ones.