Take a look what you have missed during the 1st quarter of 2026:
Jan 07, 2026 — “Secrets of Firebird SQL Optimizer” Book Released in Portuguese, German, and Polish
This book is a must-have for every developer of Firebird-based applications, to understand how queries are executed and what happens inside the Firebird engine. Right now there is a 45% discount. Available in English, German, Portuguese, Polish and more! Purchase it now: https://firebirdsql.org/en/featured-products/book-secrets-of-firebird-sql-optimizer
Jan 19, 2026 — Firebird Index Webinar Moved to January 27, 2026
This exclusive webinar was for Firebird Supporters — professionals who directly support Firebird development through small (EUR 10), but important contributions to the Foundation. Several webinars have been held, including Firebird Performance on Windows, Firebird Performance on Linux, and Firebird Recovery.
Become a Firebird Supporter now and receive access to all recordings. More details: https://www.firebirdsql.org/joinfirebird
Jan 22, 2026 — Jaybird 6.0.4 and Jaybird 5.0.11 Released
https://firebirdsql.org/en/news/jaybird-6-0-4-and-jaybird-5-0-11-released
Feb 03, 2026 — Flashback: 25 anos do Firebird — 5 de fevereiro 2026 (em Português)
https://firebirdsql.org/en/community-news/flashback-25-anos-do-firebird-5-de-fevereiro-2026
Feb 20, 2026 — 1-Step Firebird Linux Installation Scripts Updated
https://firebirdsql.org/en/community-news/1-step-firebird-linux-installation-scripts-were-updated
Feb 24, 2026 — Entity Framework Core 10 Provider for Firebird Is Ready
https://firebirdsql.org/en/news/entity-framework-core-10-provider-for-firebird-is-ready
Mar 10, 2026 — Firebird 5 Migration Statistics
Many developers have already upgraded — why fall behind? See migration statistics and links to migration resources.
https://firebirdsql.org/en/community-news/firebird-5-migration-statistics
Mar 27, 2026 — Jaybird 6.0.5 and Jaybird 5.0.12 Released
We are happy to announce the release of Jaybird 6.0.5 and Jaybird 5.0.12, providing bug fixes. Jaybird is the Firebird JDBC driver.
https://firebirdsql.org/en/news/jaybird-6-0-5-and-jaybird-5-0-12-released
Mar 30, 2026 — The First EmberWings (FirebirdSQL Magazine) Issue of 2026 Is Now Available
The latest issue of EmberWings is available exclusively to all Firebird Associates and Firebird Partners. It will be available to the general public in June 2026.
https://firebirdsql.org/en/news/the-first-emberwings-issue-of-2026-is-now-available
Mar 31, 2026 — Firebird VIP Seminar in São Paulo, Brazil — April 25, 2026 (em Português)
On April 25th, Alexey Kovyazin, CEO of IBSurgeon and Vice President of the Firebird Foundation, and Edson Gregorio, CEO of MQFS, will be hosting the Firebird VIP Seminar in São Paulo/SP!