22-25 April 2026
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Putting tabular models into production

2012

TL; DR

So you’re rolling out SQL Server 2012 Analysis Services. Are you ready to go into production with tabular models? Find out how to make the call in this fast paced session.

Session Details

So you’re rolling out SQL Server 2012 Analysis Services. Are you ready to go into production with tabular models? Find out how to make the call.
  
We will go into detail about tabular vs. multidimensional with Akshai Mirchandani. Then, learn how to plan your tabular implementation, get advice on perf and scale, see demos on administration, processing, partitioning, automation, DirectQuery, globalization, and more.

This is a fast paced demo-oriented session, mixed with some fun stories from product development.

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Speakers

Cathy Dumas

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Cathy Dumas's previous sessions

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