By focusing on simple, composable principles like immutability and time-awareness, Datomic makes it easy for developers to transition from traditional paradigms to a more functional approach to managing data systems. This session demystifies Datomic’s core concepts and provides actionable guidance on getting started, from querying with Datalog to designing schemas that evolve gracefully over time. With hands-on examples and practical advice, this talk equips attendees to adopt Datomic confidently and quickly.