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Explore a provocative perspective on database usage in software development through this conference talk. Delve into the controversial argument that databases can hinder system performance, complicate design, and diminish programming enjoyment. Learn about alternative approaches to data management, focusing on utilizing RAM/Heap for data storage. Compare traditional database methods like Hibernate and JPA with "normal" coding practices. Examine real-world examples and code demonstrations to understand the speaker's stance on why databases might be unnecessary in modern systems. Gain insights from an experienced JEE developer's 15-year journey and his radical shift in thinking about data persistence. Discover potential benefits and drawbacks of moving away from conventional database solutions, and consider how this approach might impact system design, performance, and data integrity.