Data is the lifeblood of modern applications—and the platforms, tools, and patterns for working with that data are evolving at a breathtaking pace. SQL Server 2025 introduces powerful new capabilities for developers, from built-in vector search with DiskANN to deeper AI integration, while Entity Framework Core 10 continues to streamline how .NET developers interact with their data stores. But the data landscape extends well beyond relational databases. From building flexible REST and GraphQL endpoints with Data API Builder, to rapid development with Azure Cosmos DB, to harnessing the analytical power of SQL Database in Microsoft Fabric, today’s developers need fluency across a broad spectrum of data technologies. And as AI agents increasingly interact with your data, understanding the security implications—from prompt injection to tool abuse—is more critical than ever. This track gives you the practical knowledge and hands-on experience to work confidently across the modern data stack.
Topics in this track include:
- Beyond Embeddings: Practical Vector Search with DiskANN in SQL Server
- Creating REST and GraphQL Database Endpoints with Data API Builder
- Fast Focus: Vibe Coding: Ship It Faster with GitHub Copilot and Azure Cosmos DB
- Hands-On Lab: Building Modern Applications with SQL Server 2025: AI and New Developer Features
- SQL Projects in SSMS and Visual Studio
- Structured Feeds for Your Data-Devouring Apps and Agents
- The Developers Guide to SQL Database in Fabric
- Threat Modeling for AI Agents: From Prompt Injection to Tool Abuse
- What’s New for Developers in SQL Server 2025
- What’s New in EF Core 10