SQL Server isMicrosoft's enterprise-grade relational database management system (RDBMS), offering robust data
storage, security, and scalability. This presentation highlights its evolution, architecture, and industry applications
with minimal text and maximum visuals.
SQL Server Overview
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A flagship RDBMSdeveloped by Microsoft, trusted by enterprises
worldwide for data management.
SQL Server at a Glance
Stores data in structured tables with defined relationships, ensuring
integrity and efficiency.
Enterprise-Grade
Designed for high performance, security, and scalability in mission-
critical environments.
Relational DBMS
Microsoft Product
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2005 (SQL Server2005)
First release for OS/2, marking Microsoft's entry into
database systems.
1989 (SQL Server 1.0)
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Focuses on cloud integration, AI, and real-time
analytics.
2022 (Latest Version)
Introduced T-SQL enhancements, .NET integration,
and advanced BI tools.
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Evolution Timeline
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Data Model
Relationships
Store datain rows and
columns, with primary keys for
unique identification
Define connections (one-to-one,
one-to-many) between tables via
foreign keys
Tables
Minimizes redundancy by
organizing data into logical
structures
Normalization
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Query Processing StorageEngine
Handles client-server
communication
securely
Memory
Management
Manages data storage,
indexing, and
transaction logging
Parses and optimizes
SQL queries for
efficient execution
Caches frequently
accessed data for
faster retrieval
Network Interface
Database System Architecture
The core architecture of a database management system comprises four fundamental components working in
harmony to deliver reliable data services.
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Combines data frommultiple tables
based on related columns.
Aggregations
JOIN
SELECT
Retrieves data from specified
tables with optional filtering
(WHERE).
Functions like COUNT, SUM, and
GROUP BY for data analysis.
Query Language
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Horizontal Scaling AlwaysOn
Scalability
Vertical Scaling
Upgrading server hardware (CPU,
RAM) for increased capacity.
Distributing load across multiple
servers via sharding or replication.
High-availability feature ensuring
minimal downtime.
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Integrates business processeslike
supply chain and HR.
Ensures secure transactions and
regulatory compliance.
Stores patient records with strict
privacy controls.
Healthcare
E-commerce Financial Services
Manages customer data, orders,
and inventory in real time.
ERP
Use Cases
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Enables hybrid andfully cloud-
based deployments
Seamless integration for
application development
Visual Studio
Development Stack
Azure Cloud
.NET Framework
IDE for building and debugging
SQL Server applications
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Profiler
SQL Server ManagementStudio
for database configuration and
monitoring
Tracks and analyzes query
performance
Administration Tools
Lightweight tool for cross-platform
database management
Azure Data Studio
SSMS
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Auditing
Authentication
Logs user activitiesfor compliance
and troubleshooting.
Supports Windows and SQL
Server logins with role-based
access.
Protects data at rest and in transit
(TLS, TDE).
Encryption
Security Features
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Accelerates queries bycreating optimized search paths
Indexing
Query Store
In-Memory OLTP
Monitors and tunes query execution plans over time
Boosts transaction speed for high-throughput workloads
Performance
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Mid-tier licensing forSMEs with core-based pricing
Premium features for large-scale deployments
Cost Structure
Standard Edition
Free for lightweight applications (limited resources)
Express Edition
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Enterprise Edition
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Oracle
PostgreSQL
Higher cost butstronger in
legacy enterprise systems
Database Comparison
MySQL
Offers advanced extensions but
weaker tooling
Open-source alternative with
simpler scaling options
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Strengths & Limitations
Strengths
Top-tiersecurity, Azure
integration, and Microsoft
ecosystem.
Licensing costs, Windows-
centric (historically), and
resource-heavy.
Limitations
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Deeper Azure Synapseand Cosmos
DB integration
Built-in machine learning for
predictive analytics
Unified management for on-
premises and cloud
Hybrid Deployments
Future Direction
AI Integration
Cloud Enhancements
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Demo Slide
QR Code
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Dashboardshowing real-time sales data queried from
SQL Server.
Links to GitHub repos or Azure trial for hands-on
exploration.
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Sources
Official SQL Serverblogs,
licensing guides, and case
studies
References
Direct to Microsoft Docs,
whitepapers, and community
forums
QR Codes
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Team Names
Presenters andcontributors listed with contact details
Thank You
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SQL Server logo with abstract database motif