Dr. Dani Ljepava

Migrating and modernizing SQL Server to Azure in the era of AI does not need to be complex or fragmented. In this session, we present a practical, end-to-end approach to SQL Server modernization spanning SQL Server on Azure Virtual Machines, Azure SQL Managed Instance, and Azure SQL Database Hyperscale.

Migrating and modernizing SQL Server to Azure in the era of AI does not need to be complex or fragmented. In this session, we present a practical, end-to-end approach to SQL Server modernization using SQL Server 2025 and Azure SQL, spanning SQL Server on Azure Virtual Machines, Azure SQL Managed Instance, and Azure SQL Database Hyperscale.

Learn how to transition from a traditional SQL Server DBA to an Azure SQL DBA in the AI era by understanding which tasks to retain or delegate to the cloud, mapping core DBA responsibilities to Azure SQL, and using Copilot and AI tools to boost productivity and focus on higher-value work.

Learn how to transition from a traditional SQL Server DBA to an Azure SQL DBA in the AI era by understanding which tasks to retain or delegate to the cloud, mapping core DBA responsibilities to Azure SQL, and using Copilot and AI tools to boost productivity and focus on higher-value work.

Planning to migrate SQL Server to Azure SQL and not sure where to start? Join this Ask Me Anything session with Microsoft SQL experts for open, candid discussion and direct answers to your migration questions. This interactive panel creates space to discuss real-world migration projects,...

Discover how Azure Arc accelerates SQL Server modernization and migration to Azure SQL Managed Instance with a seamless, Microsoft Copilot-assisted experience. Explore benefits of the next-generation General Purpose Azure SQL Managed Instance, a fully managed database service that delivers a free performance upgrade, five times more databases, and ultimate flexibility in resource configuration com

Planning to migrate SQL Server to Azure SQL and not sure where to start? Join this interactive Ask Me Anything session where Microsoft SQL experts answer real-world questions about migrating to Azure SQL.

Join this session to explore how Microsoft Fabric Mirroring enables real-time data replication. We’ll demonstrate how to leverage mirroring in Fabric to enable real-time data replication from operational databases into OneLake, unlocking instant insights.

Join us for a thrilling, demo-driven session over a dozen incredible features for Azure SQL Managed Instance that will show you the latest and greatest innovations that enable Database Administrators and Developers to soar higher. Whether you’re a DBA, Azure Administrator, Developer, Business Intelligence developer,…

This full-day workshop delivered by Microsoft Azure SQL product group is optimized for SQL Server DBAs that want to learn how their role evolves in Azure and what are the skills that will make them heroes of digital transformation in their organizations. You will learn how Azure SQL automates many common tasks and…

Join us for a journey through the past, present and future of Azure SQL Managed Instance, where we will dive deep into the latest innovations to help you modernize your SQL Server-based apps at scale.