Bob Ward

Principal Architect, Microsoft, Azure Data. Empowering others to make a difference

[Bob Ward @bobwardms]

I'm excited to announce the 7th book in the https://t.co/RBlcEZrOc4 series, Azure SQL Hyperscale Unveiled (https://t.co/uQAAJ0WGvg), is now available as an e-book and accepting pre-orders for printed copies, published by @Apress. #sqlhyperscale #azuresql #sqlai

[Microsoft SQL @SQLServer]

Tomorrow, 9 AM PT: 8 free sessions from the Microsoft SQL team.

Last call to register: https://t.co/2elLQCSwVI

#AzureSQL #SQLCon

[Bob Ward @bobwardms]

@johnt_mn @RedmondIT Please give me your feedback.

[Bob Ward @bobwardms]

Made a magazine article at @RedmondIT. Achievement unlocked https://t.co/R0Y4cVoJ9P. #sqlsimtools #azuresql #sqlserver

[Bob Ward @bobwardms]

@y_chiboub Please file a feature request at https://t.co/gJJpGtkdhC

[Bob Ward @bobwardms]

I just released a new open-source, free project for SQL workload testing and engineering. Get started today at https://t.co/VYRgRUe79I. Check out the first blog at https://t.co/PwWEWfmzFf. #sqlserver #azuresql #sqlsimtools

[Microsoft SQL @SQLServer]

What happens when a SQL expert @bobwardms takes on the ultimate SQL trivia challenge?

Turns out, even the experts get stumped.

Check out the latest learning certification, DP-800 and ramp up on your SQL skills: https://t.co/4vAZIjOEEE

#SQL #AzureSQL #SQLConEU

[Azure SQL @AzureSQL]

Try SqlClient’s new connection pool for faster parallel connections dlvr.​it/TVpVqm

[Sergio Govoni @segovoni]

SQL Server on Azure Local is now generally available https://t.co/zkDdjmG9OI #SQLServer #AzureSQL #AzureLocal

[Azure SQL @AzureSQL]

Data API builder 2.​1.​5: JSON and Vector Data Type Support, and More dlvr.​it/TVkvBH

[Arun Ulag @arunulag]

AI needs more than models. It needs data + business context. #MicrosoftFabric #PowerBI

News from #FabCon + #SQLCon:

✅ Fabric IQ in Copilot Chat & Cowork: GA
✅ Apps in Power BI: preview in coming weeks
✅ Database Hub in Fabric: preview
✅ SQL Server on Azure Local: GA

📷Complete story here: https://t.co/NwVdIQZQTo

[Microsoft SQL @SQLServer]

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Today we announced what's next for Microsoft #SQL. From supporting AI in local environments, to even greater performance for mission critical apps and intelligent database operations, all on the trusted SQL foundation, there is so much to cover. All about today's announcements: https://t.co/2M9V2d005W

[Azure SQL @AzureSQL]

SQLAlchemy 2.1 brings built-in support for mssql-python https://t.co/u7SpawC09k

[Azure SQL @AzureSQL]

Hidden gem: Using Microsoft SQL + Microsoft Foundry and AI Gateway that introduces content safety: in the AI era, SQL injection turns into Prompt injection, but the AI Gateway catches it and blocks it!
https://t.co/As2mBhAM3s

[Azure SQL @AzureSQL]

What’s next for SQL? Performance, scale, AI, and developer productivity at the European SQL Community Conference https://t.co/wnJELLdzeM

[Microsoft Copilot @MSFTCopilot]

One place, more ways to work.

Chat through a problem, delegate a task, build an app, and automate workflows. The refreshed Microsoft Copilot app brings the ways you work with AI together in one place.  

Because Copilot is the AI built for work.

Learn more: https://t.co/XYWOj1BY8Y

[Deirdre Bosa @dee_bosa]

The new Copilot is Microsoft’s bet that the AI race is moving from models to products.

It doesn’t need to own the best model if Copilot can choose among them and keep the customer inside Microsoft.

The potential secret weapon is Autopilot (what I’ve been calling Muse for Business). It knows your workflows, sits across the apps and data you already use, and keeps working even when you step away.

It’s a preview of the battle to come in enterprise AI. OpenAI and Anthropic are racing from models into products. Can they build their own version of this? And can they match Microsoft on the boring-but-critical stuff: permissions, identity, auditability and control, as agents become more autonomous?

My full conversation with @satyanadella. We also talk open vs. closed models, US-China Summit, regulation and the infrastructure buildout.

00:00 Microsoft’s new Copilot
02:02 Why not just give us Autopilot?
05:18 Who pays for always-on AI?
08:06 Copilot picks the model
10:27 Chinese models and OpenAI’s lead
12:04 Competing with OpenAI and Anthropic
13:17 US–China AI talks
16:11 Does AI need new rules?
18:05 The data center backlash
20:40 Is AI being overbuilt?
23:44 Keeping humans in control

[Adam Saxton @awsaxton]

KIAH 🛫 KIAD 🛬 LEBL (Barcelona). Off to #FabConEU / #SQLConEU !

Looking forward to seeing everyone and having great conversations with the community! I hope to see familiar faces and to meet new people.

And, I pray for safe travels for everyone along with getting value out of the conference.

See y’all soon!
#MicrosoftFabric #SQL #PowerBI

[Microsoft SQL @SQLServer]

We’re excited to be back at PASS Data Community Summit West as Sapphire Sponsors! If you want to hear:

✅ The latest on all things SQL
✅ What's new in developer tools and experiences
✅ How to unlock the full power of Fabric

Then join us November 9th - 11th to Connect, Share, and Learn with your community.

🎟 Use code AZURE150 for $150 off your registration!

See you there: https://t.co/vtBRL2YNOe

[Day of Data Orlando | #DayOfDataOrlando @sqlsatorlando]

@bobwardms is bringing "Microsoft SQL and AMD in the Era of AI" (one of two sessions) to Day of Data Orlando.

Like or RT if you're planning to attend — helps us size the rooms.

Oct 17, Sanford FL. Free. 23 days out.
https://t.co/jsrIB5374k