Update from HASSUG: and New Session on Snowflake

Dear HASSUG members: please read this in its entirety.

Our next session on 10/22 is Snowflake’s Modern Take on Cloud Security and Governance by Surbhi Pokharna.

Description
In an era where data is the backbone of innovation, ensuring its security, governance, and compliance is critical for organizations to thrive in the cloud. Snowflake, a leading cloud data platform, has redefined how businesses manage and protect their data while enabling seamless collaboration and advanced analytics.
This session will delve into Snowflake's robust security framework, including end-to-end encryption, role-based access control, and advanced network isolation techniques that safeguard data throughout its lifecycle. Attendees will also explore Snowflake’s cutting-edge data governance capabilities, such as dynamic data masking, row-level security, and fine-grained access management, which empower organizations to enforce compliance and maintain control over sensitive information.
Additionally, the talk will highlight Snowflake’s alignment with global privacy regulations, including GDPR, CCPA, and HIPAA, showcasing how its features support ethical data handling and regulatory adherence. Real-world use cases and best practices will illustrate how businesses leverage Snowflake to address evolving data security challenges while unlocking the full potential of their cloud data ecosystems.
Join this comprehensive session to gain actionable insights and strategies for leveraging Snowflake to achieve unparalleled data security, governance, and privacy in the cloud.

Update on SQL Saturday:
At the time of writing this message we are only 9 seats to go for our SQL Saturday. We are 191/200 currently.

Further the three full day workshops as follows are quickly filling up.
MS Fabric : From Zero to Hero by Ginger Grant - Buy tickets here
Mastering Query Tuning - Live! by Brent Ozar - Buy tickets here
Power BI Workshop by Andy Clark and Helen Wall - Buy tickets here

You don't want to be sitting out these awesome opportunities right in our backyard.

If you wish to volunteer, please let us know at paresh.motiwala@msftcommunity.com

We look forward to your participation.
Warmest Regards
Team HASSUG