John 'JG' Chirapurath, Author at Microsoft SQL Server Blog

Published September 22, 2020

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Real-time data intelligence and security at the edge with Azure SQL Edge

Today we introduce the availability of Azure SQL Edge, a real-time data engine, optimized for IoT workloads and backed by the security and performance of the same engine that powers SQL Server and Azure SQL. Azure SQL Edge is a small-footprint container that enables localized IoT solutions for edge servers, gateways, and devices by offering data streaming, storage, and analytics in connected or disconnected environments.

Published July 28, 2020

1 min read

More ways to save when you migrate SQL Server data to Azure SQL

A new normal is emerging globally as businesses restart or rebuild in the face of rapidly changing conditions. To keep up with the pace of change and address new opportunities that arise, businesses are looking to the cloud for ways to optimize their IT and other data-related costs—and redirect the savings to higher priorities.

Published May 27, 2020

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Save money and improve agility and scale by modernizing your SQL Server to Azure SQL

We’re all adapting to uncertain times. As employees shift to more remote ways of working and consumer behavior changes to meet the new normal, businesses are faced with a challenging choice: slow down operations to operate more cost-effectively, lean into new opportunities that may not have otherwise existed, or both.

Published November 4, 2019

4 min read

Gain intelligence over data with SQL Server 2019, now generally available

Today we’re announcing that SQL Server 2019 is generally available. It’s been an amazing journey with a tremendous response from customers. Ever since we announced preview of SQL Server 2019 at Ignite 2018, it has seen 50 percent more adoption than SQL Server 2017, our highest performing SQL Server release to date.

John 'JG' Chirapurath articles

Real-time data intelligence and security at the edge with Azure SQL Edge

More ways to save when you migrate SQL Server data to Azure SQL

Save money and improve agility and scale by modernizing your SQL Server to Azure SQL

Gain intelligence over data with SQL Server 2019, now generally available

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