Fred Sobotka is an IBM Gold Consultant and the proprietor of his eponymous consultancy, FRS Consulting. Fred is an active speaker and volunteer at IDUG conferences around the world, and helps make his customers' applications fly.

In this episode, Fred tells us about growing up in Arizona and his father's influence on his career choice; how an Oracle salesperson was instrumental in his start with DB2, and what he dreams about at night.

Special Guest: Fred Sobotka.