Microsoft is proud to return as a Sapphire Sponsor for this year’s PASS Data Community Summit, taking place from 17–22 November 2025 in Seattle. 

Once again, you’ll find the Microsoft team in the exhibit hall, ready to connect and share the latest innovations in data and AI. 

Hear from Principal Architect Bob Ward in his deep dive session, “Inside SQL Server 2025”, where he’ll unpack the major features of the upcoming release. From built-in AI and JSON enhancements to REST APIs, Fabric Mirroring, and performance and security upgrades. Expect demos, sample code, and insights into how SQL Server 2025 is reimagining the modern database platform. 

This year, Microsoft experts will also lead the Learning Pathway: Becoming an Azure SQL DBA: Advancing the Role of the On-Premises SQL Server DBA. Topics include high availability, security and compliance, performance tuning, and Copilot-powered AI productivity. 

Other highlights include: 

• Andres Bolanos on navigating the shift from SQL Server to Microsoft Fabric Real-Time Intelligence. 

• Saverio Lorenzini showcasing AI-powered SQL Server tuning with OpenAI. 

• Haider Raza exploring interoperability between Microsoft Fabric and Snowflake using Iceberg tables. 

The full list of Microsoft sessions, including Keynote and Breakfast Session, will be announced soon. Stay tuned to discover which experts will be sharing their knowledge on-site and who you’ll be able to meet in person. 

See the current list of 2025 Sponsors here. 

Ready to register for PASS Summit 2025? Click here.