Expert's Guide to SQL Server

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Expert's Guide to SQL Server

Tuning, Security, and Cloud Migration

Databases

Authors: Venkata Reddy Pasam, Petchikumar Andiappan

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Collection: Professional and Applied Computing

Language: English

Published by: Apress

Published on: 15th April 2026

Format: LCP-protected ePub

ISBN: 9798868824517


Introduction

This book provides an in-depth exploration of SQL Server internals, offering readers a comprehensive roadmap for performance tuning, security hardening, and cloud migration. It addresses modern challenges faced by database administrators and architects, including query optimization, backup and recovery strategies, Transparent Data Encryption (TDE), Always Encrypted, and scaling workloads to the cloud. As organizations continue to shift toward cloud-native solutions, understanding these critical aspects of SQL Server is more essential than ever.

Structure and Approach

The book follows a structured approach, beginning with fundamental concepts of SQL Server architecture and progressing to expert-level techniques in performance tuning and security. Each chapter builds on the previous one, ensuring a gradual learning curve. Real-life scenarios, best practices, and troubleshooting techniques provide a hands-on learning experience. Case studies and practical insights from industry professionals help readers navigate common challenges in SQL Server administration and migration. A dedicated section on cloud migration offers a step-by-step guide to modernizing legacy systems and optimizing workloads for Azure SQL and Babelfish for Aurora PostgreSQL, guaranteeing a smooth transition to cloud-based infrastructure.

Who This Book Is For

Seasoned database administrators (DBAs), cloud architects, and IT professionals who work with SQL Server and are looking to enhance their expertise in performance tuning, security, and cloud migration. It is particularly valuable for professionals responsible for managing high-performance, secure, and scalable SQL Server environments in both on-premises and cloud-based infrastructures.

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