Tracy Boggiano

Tracy, a Senior SQL Developer with Abarca Health, juggles SQL queries and civic responsibilities. When she isn't busy exchanging banter with databases, Tracy amplifies her impact in the real world. Her dedication to the NC Guardian ad Litem program since 2003 has been louder than any keynote speech, providing a voice for the voiceless foster children. SQL Server might be her day job, but it's clear that her heart beats for these kids. She's not just a member but an active voice on several councils and boards, defending those with mental illness and foster families. A Day in the Life of Tracy: from data architect to architect of change!

Sessions for 2026

20 Years of the Cloud: What Changed, What Didn’t, and What’s Next

Brent Ozar leads a panel of experienced data professionals reflecting on 20 years of the cloud. With no vendor marketing, they discuss what actually changed, which problems never went away, and what they expect to face in the next 20 years based on real-world experience.

The Hero’s Journey: Mastering Your New DBA Role

Starting a new DBA role? Learn how to tame chaos with a clear 30-, 90-, and 365-day roadmap. Optimize code, strengthen security, and standardize environments across on-prem and Azure to become the hero your data needs.

Previous Sessions

How Leaders Can Support Their Employee’s Mental Health

Sometimes as leaders it's hard to know how to address the topic of of a an employee's mental health. Come to this session for come practical, straightforward strategies to be used to address a very difficult topic.

How To Get the Auditors Off Your Butt with dbachecks

Auditors are not fun to deal with and proving your systems meet requirements is a PITA. Come to this session to learn how to leverage dbachecks to check your SQL Servers for security compliance.