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viviON's Participation as an Elephant Sponsor in PHP Conference 2026

viviON, a leading player in the digital content landscape, is making headlines with its announcement as an Elephant Sponsor for the upcoming PHP Conference 2026. Scheduled for July 20, 2026, in Tokyo, this event is a significant gathering for professionals involved with the PHP programming language and its applications in web development.

Background of Sponsorship

With almost 30 years of experience offering services centered around two-dimensional content, viviON is committed to bridging the gap between users who enjoy digital works and the creators who bring those works to life. The company emphasizes the importance of a robust engineering organization that supports daily development and operations to continuously deliver superior experiences to users and creators alike.

By utilizing PHP and various technologies, the viviON group strives to enhance long-standing services, launch new initiatives, update development environments, and streamline operational processes. Their commitment ensures that they can effectively tackle ongoing challenges, such as major version upgrades and integrating new technologies, that arise during prolonged service operations.

By sharing insights from their extensive operations with the PHP community, viviON aims to foster deeper connections and contribute to the overall vibrancy of the conference.

About PHP Conference 2026

The PHP Conference serves as a vital platform where engineers and technical professionals gather to exchange knowledge, skills, and experiences related to PHP and its surrounding technologies.

The conference will take place at the Ota City Industrial Plaza PiO in Tokyo, featuring various sessions aimed at enhancing understanding and skills relevant to PHP programming. The event is organized by the PHP Conference Executive Committee and the Japan PHP User Group.

Event Details:

• - Date: July 20, 2026
• - Location: Ota City Industrial Plaza PiO, Tokyo
• - Participation Fee: Free for the main event / 3,500 yen for the networking party
• - Official Website: PHP Conference 2026
• - Social Media: Twitter

Activities on Conference Day

viviON plans to showcase its development efforts and contributions to service innovations at the PHP Conference 2026 through engaging sessions and an interactive booth.

Sponsor Session

• - Title: “Maintaining Value Over 30 Years in PHP Products – Facing Legacy Code”
• - Time/Location: July 20, 2026, from 16:20 to 16:45 at the 2nd Floor Small Exhibition Hall.
• - Speaker: Taizo Fujita, Senior Manager, Technical Strategy Office, viviON
• - Overview: This session will delve into the strategies utilized to turn longstanding legacy code into an asset rather than a burden, focusing on visualizing technical debt and implementing gradual upgrades.

Regular Session

• - Title: “Survival Strategies for PHPers in the Age of AI: Truly Identifying Core Skills”
• - Time/Location: July 20, 2026, from 14:50 to 15:10 at the 4th Floor Convention Hall, Uguisu.
• - Speaker: Shun Sugiki, Team Leader, App Development Team, viviON
• - Overview: This session will identify essential skills for PHPer in the AI era and strategies for leveraging AI as a powerful ally in development practices.

ViviON Booth Experience

Attendees are encouraged to visit the viviON booth, which promises interactive activities designed for enjoyment, alongside a variety of exciting novelties for participants.

A Development Organization Supporting 'Passion' Through Technology

The viviON development team is dedicated to stable operations of services focused on two-dimensional content, aiming to provide both users and creators with enriched experiences through technology. Their focus on continuous improvement of existing systems and exploration of new development environments allows them to elevate the value of their services continually.

Moving forward, viviON's commitment remains unwavering in supporting the 'passion' of both users and creators, striving to enhance service experiences through thoughtful innovations.

About viviON

viviON is a multi-faceted entertainment enterprise specializing in the delivery of digital content, including e-comics, audio, and VTuber production. The company oversees diverse platforms such as the e-comic distribution service “comipo” and the merchandise initiative “viviON BLUE,” which merges two-dimensional content with unique product offerings.

• - Location: 300 Kanda Nerenbai-cho, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, Japan
• - CEO: Kosaku Akashi
• - Business Areas: Internet-related businesses, content creation projects
• - Website: viviON