Let's build an AI Python App with mssql-python & SQL Server 2025 - From the Product Team

Regular 50 minute session for SQLBits 2026

TL; DR

Build an AI-powered Python app using the new mssql-python driver and SQL Server 2025 containers in this hands-on session. Learn how to leverage vector support, implement RAG scenarios, and apply performance tuning tips from the product team. Developers will master AI integration, while DBAs gain practical skills for deploying and managing SQL Server containers.

Session Details

Ready to take your Python applications to the next level? In this hands-on session, we’ll build an AI-driven Python app from scratch using the all-new mssql-python driver and SQL Server 2025 containers all deployed on Windows with Visual Studio Code.
We’ll explore cutting edge features like native vector support and demonstrate how developers can implement Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) scenarios for AI applications. Additionally, we’ll share performance tuning best practices straight from the driver product group to help you optimize your app for speed and efficiency.
For DBAs, we’ll cover container deployment and management best practices, helping you kickstart your journey into modern database environments. Whether you’re a developer or a DBA, this session will equip you with practical skills to harness SQL Server 2025 for AI innovation

3 things you'll get out of this session

Here are the key takeaways:
Hands-on experience building an AI-powered Python app using the new mssql-python driver and SQL Server 2025 containers.
Practical understanding of vector support and RAG scenarios for integrating AI capabilities into real-world applications.
Step-by-step guidance for deploying and managing SQL Server containers, empowering DBAs to modernize their environments confidently.