SESSION Details
The Hand-on Azure SQL Workshop
Translate your existing SQL Server skills to Azure SQL with Bob Ward and Anna Hoffman. You will gain a foundational knowledge of what to use when, as well as how to configure, monitor, and troubleshoot the "meat and potatoes" of SQL Server in Azure: Security, Performance, and Availability. You will learn about not only the "what", but also the "how" and the "why". You will do all of this in a hands-on lab environment using the resources from the Microsoft Learning Path Azure SQL Fundamentals. So come learn everything Azure SQL directly from members of the Microsoft Azure SQL engineering team.
Attendee Laptop Requirements:
You must provide your own computer (Windows or Mac) for this hands-on lab workshop.
All other requirements can be found: https://aka.ms/azuresqlprereqs
Feedback link: https://sqlb.it/?7147
Starts: 09:00 8th Mar 2022
Ends: 17:00 8th Mar 2022
Q&As
Short Description
- Translate your existing SQL Server skills to Azure SQL with Bob Ward and Anna Hoffman. You will gain a foundational knowledge of what to use when, as well as how to configure, monitor, and troubleshoot the "meat and potatoes" of SQL Server in Azure: Security, Performance, and Availability.
Should delegates bring a laptop with them?
- Yes, Windows is preferred but Mac or Linux will suffice. Attendees must be able to disconnect from VPN.
If so what Spec?
- Attendees must be able to disconnect from VPN.
What software and licences do they need?
- See aka.ms/azuresqlprereqs
What is the structure of the day?
- Mix of hands on and presentation, but mostly focused on hands on
What internet requirements do the delegates have?
- Need fast and reliable internet for all attendees
What will the delegates get out of the day?
- They will learn all aspects of Azure SQL using a hands-on lab approach
Speakers
Emily Lisa
Marisa Brasile
Anna Hoffman
Bob Ward
Tags
The SQL Bits Story
SQLBits was formed in 2007 by a group of volunteers who were passionate about the SQL Server product suite and wanted to provide much-needed community-driven education to the data community.
As one of the largest data platform conferences in the world, we offer more opportunities to a wider audience.

15 Years
We’ve grown and expanded a lot since 2007.

2500 Participants
SQLBits is the best place to meet fellow data professionals.

82 Countries
We welcome data professionals from all over the globe.

1140 recorded sessions
All the live sessions are recorded and offered for free, year round.
Experience the SQLBits Conference
Want to be part of the SQLBits community?
Attend the London conference in-person or virtually on
March 8-12, 2022 at ExCel London, UK.
