SQL Friday #152 - From SQL Server to Microsoft Fabric: How to and Strategies

Welcome to SQL Friday Easter special. I'm working on getting the YouTube stream to work (sorry for the past two weeks missing a YouTube-stream). But to be really sure to catch SQL Friday, RSVP to get the Teams link.
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Join us for an in-depth session on the best practices and strategies for integrating data from SQL Server to Microsoft Fabric. We'll discuss it step-by-step process, review the common challenges and how to overcome them. Key topics will include data pipelines, data flow, and the use of notebooks to streamline your workflows. We'll also cover mirroring techniques and what benefits can emerge when using an Azure SQL Database. Discover the benefits of using Fabric for your data needs, including improved efficiency, scalability, and advanced analytics capabilities. This session is designed for data professionals looking to optimize their data workflows and ensure a smooth transition to a modern data platform.

Speakers

Filipa Lobão

Data and AI Cloud Solution Architect @Microsoft

Filipa is a Data and AI Cloud Solution Architect at Microsoft, and has experience in designing, developing and implementing solutions in Data & AI in Microsoft Fabric and Azure Data products. She has been involved in several international customer engagements with worldwide expansion and daily impact, and worked in Analytics/Data for the past 7 years. Her goal is to empower every person to become autonomous and proficient in Data and AI. She has a learn-it-all mindset, which is supported by her diverse background.

Filipa currently lives in Dubai in the United Arab Emirates. Her dedication to the field and her ability to empower others with her knowledge are evident in her role as a University Teacher. Currently, she is also an EMBA student at the Quantic School of Business and Technology.

Her professional trajectory is a testament to her hard work and ability to adapt, having made the transition from a career in Science to a prominent role in Technology. Her achievements have been recognized with several awards on Technical Excellence and she continues sharing her experiences and knowledge through public speaking and contributions to the technology community.

Artur Vieira
Principal Program Manager - Microsoft Fabric DW
https://www.linkedin.com/in/amvieira/