22-25 April 2026 
The Superhero's Handbook for SQL Server Error Handling
Proposed session for SQLBits 2026TL; DR
Master SQL Server error handling and build resilient code. Learn to use TRY…CATCH, RAISERROR vs. THROW, and craft clear custom messages to prevent downtime, improve troubleshooting, and boost application reliability.
Session Details
Every hero needs the right powers—and for DBAs and data professionals, mastering error handling is essential. This session is for anyone who wants to build resilient SQL Server code and stop errors from becoming villains in their environment.
We’ll tackle common challenges: unpredictable failures, poor error messaging, and inconsistent handling that leads to chaos. You’ll learn how to implement TRY…CATCH blocks, choose between RAISERROR and THROW, and craft custom error messages that turn confusion into clarity.
By the end, you’ll have practical techniques to prevent downtime, improve troubleshooting, and strengthen application reliability. Join us and unlock the superpowers that make error handling a strength, not a weakness.
We’ll tackle common challenges: unpredictable failures, poor error messaging, and inconsistent handling that leads to chaos. You’ll learn how to implement TRY…CATCH blocks, choose between RAISERROR and THROW, and craft custom error messages that turn confusion into clarity.
By the end, you’ll have practical techniques to prevent downtime, improve troubleshooting, and strengthen application reliability. Join us and unlock the superpowers that make error handling a strength, not a weakness.
3 things you'll get out of this session
- Learn to Implement Robust Error Handling
- Learn How to Choose the Right Error-Raising Technique
- Learn to Design Design Custom Error Messages for Clarity