The Computer Weekly Developer Network is off toQlik Connect 2025, held in Orlando from May 13-15, 2025.
But how do you pronounce Qlik, what is Qlik as a platform, what has the company been rolling out in recent times… and how should software engineers, data scientists, business analytics pros and others be readying themselves for Qlik Connect?
Qlik is pronounced click, klik, clik or klick,simple as that… not Ps and definitely no Qs.
Qlik specialises in data integration, data quality, analytics and artificial intelligence. It provides intuitive solutions for companies to use data from virtually any source to support better business decisions. It does this with an set of technologies, including the latest in AI.
Central to Qlik’s capabilities is Qlik Talend Cloud, a data integration and quality solution that helps organisations prepare trusted datasets for AI. It includes features for real-time data ingestion, transformation and governance to ensure data is reliable and compliant.
The promotional t-shirts for Qlik read something along the lines of… Qlik converts complex data landscapes into actionable insights, driving strategic business outcomes – so, you’re starting to get the picture.
Flagship toolset
The company’s flagship analytics solutions include Qlik Sense, designed for intuitive, self-service analytics with powerful AI augmentation.
Built on Qlik’s own proprietary data engine, data engineers, software developers and competent businesspeople can create visualisations and manipulate dashboards through a drag-and-drop interface.
Qlik’s recent news has been extensively reported across various sites in the TechTarget network here. Its recent announcements include the launch of Qlik Talend Cloud, the introduction of Qlik Answers (a generative AI solution for unstructured data) and a significant strategic collaboration agreement with AWS to accelerate enterprise AI adoption.
Qlik Connect 2025
Onward then to what to expect from Qlik Connect 2025.
Organisers say that at Qlik Connect 2025, this year’s agenda focuses on modern data strategies, AI adoption and automation. A highlight is the launch of the Qlik AI Specialist Certification, developed in direct response to market demand for practical, business-focused AI skills, helping practitioners move beyond theoretical knowledge into meaningful, real-world applications.
“AI is transforming every industry, but success depends on people who know how to apply it effectively,” said Chris Powell, chief marketing officer at Qlik. “We developed the Qlik AI Specialist Certification based on customer needs, ensuring attendees gain the practical skills needed to turn AI into tangible results. Qlik Connect 2025 will feature over 100 breakout sessions covering AI-driven analytics, Iceberg and high-volume data integration, data quality, and automation at scale. Attendees will gain practical insights and strategies to transform data into business impact.”
Technology showcase
Technology divisions at this show include the following:
AI-driven analytics: Demonstrating how Qlik’s advanced analytics, combined with embedded generative AI capabilities like AutoML and Qlik Answers, provide immediate, actionable insights that improve organisational decision-making and efficiency. AutoML, or automated machine learning, is a process that automates the machine learning model-building processes.
Apache Iceberg & high-volume data integration: This track looks at high-volume data ingestion into Iceberg with Upsolver & Qlik Talend Cloud and explores how Qlik enables fast, scalable data movement into Apache Iceberg for AI and analytics.
Data Quality for AI: Making Enterprise Data AI-Ready with Qlik Talend highlights how data governance, integration and quality improve AI outcomes and analytics accuracy.
Automation & Scalability: Automating ML Pipelines with Qlik AutoML & Qlik Application Automation and Building Smart Applications with Embedded AI demonstrate how automation eliminates inefficiencies and accelerates decision-making.
“AI is just one piece of the puzzle,” said Vincent Siccardi, director of product management for data & analytics at Kyriba. “The breakout sessions at Qlik Connect cover everything from Apache Iceberg to analytics automation, helping us build stronger data and analytics foundations and drive real results.”
The company says that Qlik Connect 2025 is open to business leaders, data professionals and analytics experts looking to advance their AI and data strategies. The event equips attendees with practical tools to operationalise AI effectively, emphasising Qlik’s strength in providing flexible, scalable solutions across diverse cloud environments, supporting businesses at every stage of their data-driven journey.
“If data is your game, Qlik Connect 2025 is where you need to be. I’m fired up to host the event and sit down with Olympian Katie Ledecky – someone who knows a thing or two about relentless pursuit and achieving results. You’ll get hands-on insights from the brightest minds in data and analytics and practical takeaways to sharpen your strategy and do data differently. Don’t miss out – register now and make sure you’re part of it,” said Amber Mac, Qlik Connect moderator.
With a steadfast claim which asserts that the company excels in data integration and governance with solutions that work with diverse data sources, we’ll dive in and click on Qlik.