Name: Kusto Query Language (KQL)
Start: 2025-06-16T19:00:00-04:00
End: 2025-06-16T20:30:00-04:00

**Cette session sera en anglais/This session will be in English**
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In the era of big data, the ability to efficiently query and analyze large datasets is paramount for businesses and researchers alike. Kusto Query Language (KQL), developed by Microsoft, has emerged as a powerful tool for querying and processing data stored in Azure Data Explorer and other Microsoft services. This session will delve into the advanced capabilities of KQL, demonstrating how it can be leveraged to extract meaningful insights from vast datasets with speed and precision.

This presentation will cover the following key areas:

Introduction to KQL: An overview of KQL, its syntax, and fundamental concepts. We will highlight its advantages over traditional SQL in terms of performance and usability for specific use cases.

Advanced Query Techniques: Demonstrating complex queries and functions that KQL offers, including time-series analysis, pattern matching, and machine learning integration. Real-world examples will showcase how these techniques can solve intricate data problems efficiently.

Optimization Strategies: Best practices for optimizing KQL queries to enhance performance and reduce resource consumption. This includes tips on indexing, caching, and query partitioning.

Use Cases and Applications: Detailed case studies from various industries, such as cybersecurity, IT operations, and business intelligence. These examples will illustrate how organizations are using KQL to drive decision-making and operational efficiency.

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Paresh Motiwala PMP; an Azure enthusiast, a Data Platform Manager has led several large SQL implementations, migrations and upgrades. He was recently selected as a "Speaker Idol" finalist for the PASS Summit 2018. He runs Houston Area SQL Server User Group, DBA Virtual User Group and Boston BI User Group. 
He has managed multi terabyte OLTP databases. He loves learning and talking about Big Data. He has also been a Senior SQL DBA and a Solutions Architect in Fortune 100 companies. He also helps organize and speaks at many SQL Saturdays, Azure Bootcamp and Boston Code Camp. He is a certified Big Data Analytics and FinTech(MIT) Project manager, Public Speaker, an avid singer, cook, open networker, and stand-up comedian. He teaches public speaking, debating, interviewing and group discussion skills. He also mentors DBAs in USA and children around the globe via [www.circlesofgrowth.com](https://na01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.circlesofgrowth.com%2F&data=05%7C02%7C%7Ce70723e1d1d8498658a208dd9c6cd60c%7C84df9e7fe9f640afb435aaaaaaaaaaaa%7C1%7C0%7C638838713438438823%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=SoBxwrhyk3iuKGsMNxWWPd%2FOa1Feul1HP6CyUln7gc8%3D&reserved=0 "Protected by Outlook: http://www.circlesofgrowth.com/. Click or tap to follow the link.")

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