22-25 April 2026 
SQLBits 2023
SQL Server on Azure VM - Configuring for price-performance
In this session, we will cover topics such as the different virtual machine types that are most appropriate for SQL Server workloads (including the new Ebdsv5 series), configuring storage, and features unique to Azure such as host caching and write acceleration that can help boost your performance without breaking the bank.
When selecting a virtual machine to host your SQL Server workload in Azure, you need to choose a virtual machine size that provides optimal performance and fits your organization’s budget. There are a number of different compute and storage options in Azure, so choosing the configuration that gives you the best price-performance for your workload can be a challenge. In this session, we will cover topics such as the different virtual machine types that are most appropriate for SQL Server workloads (including the new Ebdsv5 series), configuring storage, and features unique to Azure such as host caching and write acceleration that can help boost your performance without breaking the bank.
Speakers
Aditya Badramraju's previous sessions
Everything you always wanted to know about HA/DR for SQL Server on Azure VMs but were afraid to ask
In this session we will review the various technologies and services that you can leverage to build your highly available SQL Server, including things like Availability Groups, clusters, and even good old log shipping. Last but not least, we'll show off some of the great features in the SQL IaaS agent extension that can help you go from zero to highly-available SQL Server in minutes!
SQL Server on Azure VM - Configuring for price-performance
In this session, we will cover topics such as the different virtual machine types that are most appropriate for SQL Server workloads (including the new Ebdsv5 series), configuring storage, and features unique to Azure such as host caching and write acceleration that can help boost your performance without breaking the bank.