22-25 April 2026

Optimize cost & performance in Amazon RDS for SQL Server

Proposed session for SQLBits 2026

TL; DR

Master the balance between cost efficiency and performance in Amazon RDS for SQL Server. Learn practical techniques for workload optimization, query tuning, and instance right-sizing using native SQL Server features and AWS monitoring tools to maximize ROI.

Session Details

Cost and performance are top of mind for customers, and these topics go hand in hand. In this chalk talk, learn how to deploy a performant and cost-effective Amazon RDS for SQL Server solution that fits your needs. Explore RDS monitoring tools and native SQL Server features that can be leveraged to pinpoint query inefficiencies, optimize workloads, and right-size your database instances for both cost and peak performance.

3 things you'll get out of this session

1- Implement effective monitoring strategies using AWS and SQL Server tools to identify performance bottlenecks and cost optimization opportunities in your RDS for SQL Server instances 2- Master query tuning and workload optimization techniques that improve performance while reducing resource consumption and associated costs 3- Design right-sized RDS for SQL Server deployments that align with your specific workload patterns, ensuring optimal performance at the lowest possible cost