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

https://www.trustedtechteam.com/blogs/sql-server/sql-server-2025-ai-developer-tools-copilot-langchain

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