Majisemi to Host Webinar: 'Why MySQL 8.0 EOL Migration Decisions Stall'

## Addressing MySQL 8.0 EOL: Impact and Risks in DBaaS Environments

The End of Life (EOL) for MySQL 8.0 is approaching in April 2026. Many companies know it is necessary but remain stalled because they cannot decide where to start or what to prioritize.
Especially for companies using DBaaS environments such as Amazon RDS, Aurora, or Cloud SQL in production, the considerations—such as increased costs due to Extended Support, compatibility issues, performance impact, and potential downtime—are multiplying, making decision-making difficult. This often leads to situations where investigations progress, but no decisions are made, causing delays due to anxiety.

## Why EOL Transitions Are Challenging

EOL transitions require a series of decisions rather than a simple version upgrade, including:
- Identifying the scope of impact
- Organizing risks
- Clarifying discussion points
- Defining roles between internal teams and vendors

Many teams enter the implementation phase without this clarity, resulting in unexpected trouble and increased costs.

## The Necessity of Organizing Strategies by DBaaS Provider

When considering EOL transitions, the points to consider differ depending on the DBaaS, such as RDS, Aurora, or Cloud SQL. For instance:
- Amazon RDS for MySQL: Upgrade paths and compatibility risks
- Amazon Aurora MySQL: Dependency on proprietary features and performance characteristics
- Google Cloud SQL: Migration options and differences in operational design

Proceeding without understanding these differences can lead to issues that directly impact business, such as downtime, performance degradation, and unexpected man-hours.

## Webinar Content

This webinar focuses on MySQL 8.0 EOL transitions in DBaaS environments (RDS/Aurora/Cloud SQL) and organizes a strategy for a successful upgrade in the form of 'decision-making axes.' The goal is not just a procedural explanation but to enable organizations to judge for themselves what to consider, where to be cautious, and how to organize the process.

Key takeaways include:
- Overview of impact and risks for EOL transitions
- Understanding what happens with MySQL 8.0 EOL (including DBaaS-specific points)
- Strategies and considerations for RDS, Aurora, and Cloud SQL
- Thinking process for upgrade paths based on service characteristics
- Perspectives for advancing considerations
- Practical approaches including verification and testing
- Common troubles before and after upgrades and how to deal with them
- Common failure patterns and how to avoid them

## Recommended For

- Companies using Amazon RDS, Aurora, or Cloud SQL in production
- Organizations using MySQL 8.0 that have not yet started EOL transition planning
- IT managers, development leads, and decision-makers in IT
- Professionals who need to explain the impact, risks, and costs of upgrades
- Individuals who want to advance projects based on internal decision-making rather than solely relying on vendors

## Organizers
- Host: Pasona Data & Design, Inc.
- Cooperation: Majisemi, Inc.