The Gartner Catalyst event in San Diego, California provided a platform for 2,500 attendees and 150 sessions to discuss various technology initiatives and topics. A new lounge area was introduced to help attendees rest and recharge, while SingleStore, the No-Limits Database, was unveiled as a modern database solution for applications. Several data and analytic sessions were highlighted, including talks on preparing for future-proofing data strategies, the essentials of Apache Kafka, pairing Kafka with SingleStore for analytics, leveraging AI/ML with data warehouses, and modernizing databases to simplify data life. These sessions showcased the latest innovations in technology, cloud platform selection, DevOps models, ML/AI, IoT architectures, and more, emphasizing the need for guidance on selecting the right tools for organizations trying to innovate their technology strategy.