Scott Stroz
Scott has been full-stack developer for longer than the term "full-stack developer" has been around. In that time, MySQL was the only constant in his development stack. He is passionate about sharing what he has learned on his coding journey so others may learn from his mistakes.
Montreal 2026 sessions
Ditch Flaky Tests: Node + Testcontainers = Reliable Testing
English session - Beginner
Testing code that talks to your database doesn’t have to be stressful! With Testcontainers, you can eliminate database testing headaches and boost your workflow. In this action-packed session, learn how to use Testcontainers to spin up fresh MySQL environments for every test—no more messy data! Discover the key benefits and get practical tips for integrating Testcontainers into your Node.js projects.
Talk Nerdy to Me: Building an MCP Server with Node.js
English session - Beginner
As AI agents expand, scaling their ability to interact with external systems is key. Enter the Model Context Protocol (MCP)—a powerful design pattern connecting AI reasoning models with real-world tools. In this session, learn to build an MCP server in Node.js, letting AI clients query and interact with MySQL. We’ll cover architecture, integration tips, and share lessons learned along the way!
