The 5-Minute Interview: David Colebatch, Co-Founder of xnlogic` David Colebatch, co-founder of xnlogic, discusses his first Neo4j project with Monsanto, a large accomplishment that helped them achieve their goals. The company chose Neo4j for the client's project, and they were called in to explore and validate its effectiveness. Looking back, David advises that starting with graph modeling expertise can save time and lead to better results. Graph databases are poised to revolutionize IT operations management, making it easier to manage complex networks. With his experience, David emphasizes the importance of understanding graph technologies for successful application development.