Upgrading/Migrating a Microsoft Data Platform Environment: Experiences from Field By William Durkin

Session Title: Upgrading/Migrating a Microsoft Data Platform Environment: Experiences from Field
Speaker: William Durkin

Abstract: In this session we will go over some experiences, thoughts, and pitfalls around upgrading and migrating SQL Server solutions. The audience will hear how different approaches are necessary depending upon business needs and that the most obvious solution isn’t always the right one! Along the way, we will gain insight into the tooling and methods that can be used to help during the different phases of these projects. How to prepare, how to execute and how to complete a migration or upgrade. Attendees will leave the session with important information to help design and execute their future projects, including questions to ask and options to consider before embarking on the upgrade journey.