The Microsoft Data Leadership Panel

The Cloud Workshop for the SQL Professional

Are you thinking, exploring, migrating, or have migrated from SQL Server to Azure? Come translate your SQL Server skills to the cloud in an interactive, hands-on workshop. (In-person only)

Welcome to the world of SQL Copilots

Microsoft is building a new experience of an AI companions called Copilot that are transforming how people work, write code, and solve problems faster. In this session come learn the latest innovations in SQL Copilot technology including GitHub Copilots for developing code and assisting with the T-SQL language. In addition you will get the latest look at Copilot technology to assist you in using and managing SQL in Azure. We will have plenty of demos in this session so come in and get ready to learn the new world of AI companions with SQL.

Come see your SQL Perfmon in the cloud

Come learn the latest innovations for monitoring technologies for SQL Server and Azure SQL

SQL Server and Windows Server Better together on Azure

Join us to learn how you can reap more technical and business benefits by running Windows Server and SQL Server on Azure. In this session you will get a first look at Windows Server vNext and innovative technologies for SQL Server including new monitoring and AI experiences.

Building AI ready applications

In this session, we’ll explore the development of AI-ready applications using Azure SQL DB, open-source platforms and Azure AI services. We’ll cover the principles of modern application design, delve into the vector capabilities that enhance application performance, and demonstrate how to interact with your data conversationally. This session is a must for those looking to leverage Azure for building intelligent, data-driven applications.

JSON - a first class citizen in Azure SQL DB

In this session, you will learn new T-SQL features in Azure SQL Database and SQL Server. We’ll explore how Azure SQL DB treats JSON as a first-class data type, enabling seamless data exchange between applications and databases. Attendees will learn about the benefits of using JSON in Azure SQL DB, including its flexibility, scalability, and ease of use. We’ll also demonstrate how to query JSON data using SQL, providing a powerful tool for data manipulation and retrieval. Join us to discover how JSON and Azure SQL DB can work together to enhance your data management capabilities. You will get a sneak peek to other upcoming key features and improvements around T-SQL string operations too!

Best Practices in PostgreSQL Tuning: Navigating Key Performance Bottlenecks in the Cloud

This session focuses on optimizing PostgreSQL performance in the cloud, covering best practices to address common performance bottlenecks such as connection management and memory optimization. It offers practical techniques for diagnosing and solving issues, enhancing database health and efficiency in cloud-based as well as on-premises systems.

Building AI ready applications

In this session, we’ll explore the development of AI-ready applications using Azure SQL DB, open-source platforms and Azure AI services. We’ll cover the principles of modern application design, delve into the vector capabilities that enhance application performance, and demonstrate how to interact with your data conversationally. This session is a must for those looking to leverage Azure for building intelligent, data-driven applications.

Accelerate your Oracle & Mainframe Modernization journey to Azure SQL

Come join this session if you are helping Oracle, Mainframe/AS400 workloads move to SQL and Azure. You will understand our product strategy, reusable solutions, and get to know real world customer case studies who have done this on Azure/SQL for their mission critical workloads.