Singapore SQL PASS Chapter - Jan Meetup

Dear All,

Singapore SQL Pass Chapter is back after a short break :) We are very excited to have our first session as a Pass chapter on 28th January 7 PM. Topic / Venue and Agenda details provided below

Agenda:

Jan 28th - 6:45 PM to 7 PM - Registration and Snacks

7 PM to 8:15 PM - Topic 1 - Presentation by Dharmendra Keshari

8:15 PM to 8:30 - Break

8:30 PM to 9:15 - Topic 2 - Presentation by Nagaraj Venkatesan

Location: Microsoft Office, One Marina Boulevard, Conf Room SINOMB 22CF-12 (60) AV VTC

Topic 1: Performance monitoring and Tuning Series: - Introduction to Performance monitoring & tuning - Perfmon Counters

Abstract : Perfmon counters is the fundamental tool, used not just in analyzing and monitoring of SQL Server health, but also plays a important role in providing data for decision making processes, resulting in cost savings for organizations. The presentation would cover the key perfmon counters, data analysis, easy ways to configure perfmon counter(s) on the server(s). Presentation would also demonstrate how perfmon counters help in mapping performance behavior patterns with internal processes and help in identifying the root cause of the problems

Speaker Profile:

Dharmendra Keshari has strong and in-depth experience in Database Management and its internals. Currently, working as Senior Database Administrator in one of the best Semi-Government organization in Singapore. He is an avid, regular mentor on social media, helping several enthusiast in solving problems related to Database management. He has completed certification for “Microsoft SQL Server® 2008, Implementation” and “Maintenance & Administering Microsoft SQL Server 2012 Database”

Topic 2: SQL Server 2016 - Always Encrypted

Abstract:

"Always Encrypted" is one of the major features to be released in SQL Server 2016, which would change the way application data security is managed in SQL Server. The Presentation would provide sneak preview into the yet to be released feature and would compare how "Always encrypted" improves the existing security solutions available. Presentation would also explain the way "Always encrypted" achieves end to end encryption and would analyze the various pros and cons of the solution

Speaker Profile:

Nagaraj Venkatesan, a SQL Server enthusiast exploring SQL Server for the last 10 years. Working for NCS Pte Ltd as SQL Server DBA, Nagaraj maintains databases used by one of the busiest public facing applications in the city. He frequently blogs at strictlysql.blogspot.com and is a regular contributor sqlservercentral.com. Besides these, he also holds a Masters Degree in Computing from National University of Singapore

Please send in your RSVP for a informative and fun filled session.