You were just anointed DBA by the head of development because you knew how to create a database and add some tables. Or maybe you were the network engineer that had installed SQL Server and added SQL logins for the developers. Now what do you do and how to you keep your companies data protected and the SQL Servers up and running? This session will provide you with a road map for succeeding as a DBA. We will cover all of the basics that the typical DBA needs to know and focus on Day 1 and Year 1. By the end of this session, you will know what is important and have your daily, weekly and monthly checklist for administering SQL Server. Once you learn the basics and you are comfortable with the DBA role, you are in luck long term as data drives decisions and businesses.
22-25 April 2026 