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Check out these sessions on SQL Server and join us at IT/Dev Connections in Dallas this October. If you are having trouble reading this email, [read the online version](. *|MC_PREVIEW_TEXT|* [October 15-18, 2018 Dallas, TX]( [AGENDA]( [BE A SPONSOR]( [REGISTER NOW]( [SQL Server from A to Z]( Looking for ways to to secure your SQL Server, automate customized SQL Server builds, or avoid common pitfalls and challenges? Don't worry - we've got the SQL Server knowledge you need, from industry proven experts. [View a complete list of the SQL content]( on our agenda, or check out these popular sessions to see why you can't afford to miss [IT/Dev Connections]( this Fall: [From Beginner to Expert SQL Programmer in 1 Day]( What are the most problematic patterns and anti-patterns that trip up SQL Server developers on a daily basis? What sort of SQL and T-SQL challenges does every SQL Server developer encounter at some point in their career? This full-day, pre-conference seminar takes a look at the most common and challenging issues that database developers face. Click [here]( learn more about this session, led by [Kevin Kline of SentryOne.]( [SQL Server using Amazon Web Services EC2 Instances]( You are moving to AWS, but now what? We’ll cover the ups and downs of using AWS Elastic Cloud Computing (EC2) instances for your SQL Server. You will learn how to make an EC2 instance and install SQL Server on it; and demonstrate how to make a simple, highly available, two-node availability group. Click [here]( learn more about this session, led by [Christopher Wolff of Xero, Inc.]( [The Everyday (Budget Poor) DBA’s Hoarding (Stretch) Database]( When Microsoft announced Stretch Databases, we all loved the idea—that is, until pricing was revealed. But perhaps, by combining various SQL Server features, we could “stretch” databases to the cloud ourselves. By using files and filegroups and partitioning along with a locally mounted Azure or AWS fileshare, you can build your own stretch database without necessarily breaking the bank. In this session, you’ll learn the steps to build a quasi-stretch database to store stale data in cheap cloud storage yet still have it easily accessible when needed. Click [here]( learn more about this session, led by [Christopher Bell of WaterOx Consulting.]( [Deep Dive into the Features of SQL Server 2017]( SQL Server 2017 is more than just a database engine. It is a new modern data platform. In this session, you will learn all the unique features and capabilities that make SQL Server 2017 a modern, innovative platform for data professionals. Click [here]( learn more about this session, led by [Bob Ward of Microsoft.]( [IT/Dev Connections]( only happens once per year - don't miss your chance to bring these SQL Server insights back to your team. [View the full agenda]( and check out our [pass options and pricing]( today. [MORE TOPICS AT IT/DEV CONNECTIONS]( You are subscribed as {EMAIL} Periodically, IT/Dev Connections will inform you of special events, products and other offers that we believe you will find helpful in your business or career. To STOP receiving promotional email from IT/Dev Connections, please [click here](. IT/Dev Connections | Informa | 1166 Avenue of the Americas | New York, NY 10036 | [Privacy Statement](