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!

Proposed Sessions for 2026

Heroes of Compliance: Mastering SQL Audit and Extended Events

Become the hero of data security! Master SQL Server Audit and Extended Events to tackle compliance, optimize performance, and gain deep insights in hybrid environments.

Leveraging Data for Mental Health

Learn how to use data-driven journaling to improve mental health. Collect, analyze, and visualize personal data to identify patterns, gain insights, and take proactive steps toward well-being.

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.

The Superhero's Handbook for SQL Server Error Handling

Master SQL Server error handling and build resilient code. Learn to use TRY…CATCH, RAISERROR vs. THROW, and craft clear custom messages to prevent downtime, improve troubleshooting, and boost application reliability.

Workload Analysis Made Super Easy: PowerShell and WorkloadTools

Learn how to automate SQL Server workload analysis with PowerShell and WorkloadTools. Streamline configuration, capture, and reporting to save time, simplify performance tuning, and gain actionable insights for optimization.

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.