Get ready for the next big leap in database technology. In this episode of The Microsoft Playbook, Senior Director of Legacy Sales Johnny Lopez joins us to break down everything you need to know about SQL Server 2025; Microsoft’s most intelligent, secure, and future-ready database platform yet.
From built-in AI and Copilot integration to enhanced security, compliance, and licensing models, SQL Server 2025 is designed to help organizations modernize efficiently and securely, regardless of the size of their business.
Join us as we explore:
- The evolution of SQL Server and what makes the 2025 version a game-changer.
- Upgrading to SQL Server 2025: What to expect, what’s required, and how to do it right.
- The power of built-in AI and smarter performance tools that streamline your data workflows.
- Why security takes center stage in today’s hybrid and cloud environments. How Copilot can simplify management, performance tuning, and security best practices.
- The most common licensing challenges — and how to stay compliant while saving money.
If you’re a DBA, IT manager, or business decision-maker looking to prepare your data infrastructure for the future, this is your complete guide to SQL Server 2025.
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Find out more about SQL 2025
The Future of Databases: AI-Powered Features in SQL Server 2025
https://www.trustedtechteam.com/blogs/sql-server/sql-server-2025-new-ai-features
SQL Server 2025 AI Developer Tools
Query Smarter: How SQL Server 2025 Translates Complex Commands into Natural Language
https://www.trustedtechteam.com/blogs/sql-server/sql-server-2025-complex-queries-to-natural-language
When Will SQL Server 2025 Be Released? History and AI Help Us Forecast the Date
https://www.trustedtechteam.com/blogs/sql-server/sql-server-2025-release-date
SQL Server 2025 Preview: Top New Features Including AI Integration and Vector Search
https://www.trustedtechteam.com/blogs/sql-server/sql-server-2025-preview-features
Chapters
00:00 – Intro: Welcome to The Microsoft Playbook
00:18 – The Evolution of SQL Server
01:15 – What’s New in SQL Server 2025
02:25 – Upgrading to SQL Server 2025: What to Expect
03:40 – Built-in AI and Smarter Performance
04:55 – Security Takes Center Stage
05:50 – Copilot Integration and Management Tools
06:45 – Understanding SQL Licensing Models
07:30 – How SQL Server 2025 Helps Organizations Modernize
08:10 – Final Thoughts & Wrap-Up
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