Sander Stad
Data Masterminds, PowerShell Underdog
Zoetermeer, The Netherlands
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Sander is a SQL Server DBA with over 20 years of experience in IT. He has worked with SQL Server since version 2000 and is a Microsoft MVP.
He is a huge PowerShell enthusiast and will try to automate processes as much as possible.
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Scaling the Cloud: Bicep & Terraform Deep Dive
Scaling the Cloud: Bicep & Terraform Deep Dive is more than just a training day, it's a hands-on journey into the real-world challenges of cloud infrastructure. Whether you're just starting or managing complex, enterprise-scale environments, this full-day session will help you level up your skills with Bicep and Terraform. We’ll cover everything from deploying SQL Server instances and setting up secure Azure Policies to integrating source control and managing multi-cloud environments across Azure, AWS, and GCP. Packed with live demos, practical exercises, and real-world examples, this workshop will leave you ready to confidently automate, secure, and scale your infrastructure.
Real-World Use Cases for Bicep in Enterprise Deployments
In this session, we'll explore real-world use cases for deploying Azure infrastructure using Bicep, a modern Infrastructure as Code (IaC) language.
You'll learn how Bicep simplifies complex deployments through its modular design, clean syntax, and built-in tooling. We’ll dive into practical examples, such as automating virtual machine deployments, enforcing security policies, and managing multi-environment applications.
Whether you're new to Bicep or an experienced Azure professional, this session will give you hands-on insights and best practices for using Bicep effectively in enterprise environments.
Walk away with actionable ideas to streamline your Azure deployments.
Hacking and Hacking Mitigation For SQL Server
In recent years we have seen and heard about a scenarios where hackers gained access to your system, databases are encrypted and where data is stolen.
The question is not if our systems are going to be attacked, but rather when this is going to happen.
As a data professional you have the obligation to protect the data to the best of your abilitity.
You have to deal with both outsider and insider threats.
Outside attackers motivated by profit, activism, retribution, or mischief.
Insider threats may have the same motives but could be tied to workplace issues resulting in people abusing their access privileges to inflict harm.
When you have been attacked it is really important to find out what happened and how to mititgate the attack.
Mitigation, or Attack Mitigation, is the reduction in seriousness or severity of an event.
In mitigation we center around strategies to limit the impact of a threat against our data.
In this session we will discuss:
* Teach you how you can attack your systems
* Mitigate the attack
* Log your findings
DevOops: What Not to Do in DevOps
DevOps isn’t just about tools, it's about culture, collaboration, and discipline. But what happens when it goes wrong?
This session explores common DevOps anti-patterns.
We’ll cover issues like ignoring databases in CI/CD, manual deployments, broken pipelines, and teams working in silos.
Learn from real-world failures. Discover ways to turn your DevOps dream into success, not a nightmare. Database DevOps mistakes included, because yes, your SQL scripts matter too.
Deep dive into CI/CD for SQL databases using Azure DevOps
Join us for an in-depth session on implementing Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) for SQL Server databases using Azure DevOps.
Presented by two Microsoft MVPs who are well experienced in this area, this session will guide you through the intricacies of automating database deployments, ensuring robust unit testing, and incorporating industry best practices.
Topics we cover during the session include:
- Overview of CI/CD principles and their application to SQL Server databases.
- Azure DevOps best practices.
- Setting up Azure DevOps pipelines.
- Integrating unit tests with tSQLt to validate database changes.
- Modern working practices in the age of AI.
Our experts will also share best practices for securing your database deployments and will show demos along the way.
By the end of this session, you'll have a comprehensive understanding of how to leverage Azure DevOps to streamline your database development lifecycle and improve code quality.
Bridging the Gap: Integrating tSQLt with State-Based and Migration-Based Deployments
This session, "Bridging the Gap: Integrating tSQLt with State-Based and Migration-Based Deployments," explores advanced techniques for database deployment strategies. Attendees will learn the pros and cons of state-based and migration-based deployments, how to integrate tSQLt for robust unit testing, and ways to automate testing within CI/CD pipelines.
Custom Deployment DSLs: Writing Your Own Terraform/Bicep for SQL Server
Standard IaC tools like Terraform and Bicep are powerful, but when your SQL Server landscape includes tenant sharding, feature flags, and strict data lifecycle policies, they can fall short in expressing intent. In this session, we’ll explore how to define your own Domain-Specific Language (DSL) tailored to your database deployment patterns.
You’ll learn how to build a mini-declarative language using ANTLR, compile it into Bicep/Terraform, and inject it into your DevOps pipelines. If you’ve ever wished you could say tenant "contoso" uses plan "gold" and have it build out the correct infra and data policy—this session is for you.
Saying no is OK
In the fast-paced and dynamic world of information technology, professionals often find themselves juggling numerous tasks, projects, and expectations. The common refrain is to always say "yes" to opportunities and requests, but this often leads to overwork, stress, and a diminished work-life balance. It's time to challenge this paradigm and recognize that "Saying No is OK."
This presentation explores the vital concept of setting boundaries in the IT industry. By providing real-world insights and practical strategies, it empowers IT professionals to assertively manage their workload, protect their well-being, and achieve greater success in their careers. The discussion will delve into the art of saying no, helping attendees to understand the significance of personal and professional priorities, and offering guidance on navigating work requests while maintaining professionalism. Through this engaging session, attendees will learn how to strike a balance between their work and personal lives, ultimately contributing to a more fulfilled and sustainable IT career.
Join me for an eye-opening journey that will change the way you approach your work in IT. Discover that Saying No is not just acceptable—it's a powerful tool for personal and professional growth.
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