Model Context Protocol (MCP) has gained considerable momentum as a standard connector between LLM-powered tools and local systems, internal and external APIs, and data sources. From major clouds to ...

Microsoft offers two paths for running enterprise databases: SQL Server, which you install and manage yourself, and Azure SQL, which Microsoft runs for you as a managed service. Both use the same ...

This week, we are excited to kick off SQLCon 2026 alongside FabCon in Atlanta. Bringing these SQL and Fabric communities together creates a unique opportunity to learn, connect, and share what’s next ...

As our platform evolves, we're looking for a senior Database Administrator with deep Azure SQL expertise to help us manage performance, scalability, and cost in a more structural and proactive way.

Data isn't just oil anymore; it’s the oxygen your enterprise breathes. In 2026, the volume of data flowing through the average mid-to-large enterprise isn't just massive—it’s complex, messy, and ...

When I first wrote “Vector databases: Shiny object syndrome and the case of a missing unicorn” in March 2024, the industry was awash in hype. Vector databases were positioned as the next big thing — a ...

The [Hyperscale service tier](service-tier-hyperscale.md) provides a highly scalable storage and compute performance tier that leverages the Azure architecture to scale out storage and compute ...

description Learn how to create a new watcher to monitor an Azure SQL database, elastic pool, or SQL managed instance using Microsoft Entra authentication and private connectivity. This article shows ...

Apache Spark has emerged as one of the most powerful tools for big data processing providing capabilities for handling vast datasets quickly and efficiently. It offers a unified analytics engine for ...