22-25 April 2026 
Peter Kruis
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Peter is a SQL Consultant at Monin-IT who enjoys working across the full spectrum of SQL Server since 2010, though he likes the performance tuning the most. Since stepping into the speaker scene in 2023, he has shared his knowledge at events like SQLBits and SQL/Data Saturday. Peter’s sessions are known for being informative, demo-filled and delivered with an approachable style that is very suitable for newcomers and accidental DBA's. Whether it’s diving into wait stats, tackling tricky query plans, or just having a laugh while learning something new; Peter is always up for making SQL a little more fun.
Peter Kruis's Sessions
An introduction to Extended EventsSQLBits 2026
Are you ready to dive into the awesome world of MSSQL Extended Events! In this presentation, we'll explore this great feature in Microsoft SQL Server that helps you monitor and troubleshoot database performance.
Query Store Basics: A DBA’s Best FriendSQLBits 2026
Ever wondered why your queries are running differently today than they did last week? Query Store in SQL Server can help you figure that out! In this session, we’ll break down the basics of Query Store, designed especially for junior or accidental DBAs.
Query Store Basics: A DBA’s Best FriendSQLBits 2025
Introduction of Query Store.
What is it, how does it work, how can we use it, how does Microsoft uses it in the new features.
An introduction to Extended EventsSQLBits 2024
Introduction to extended events. Learn how to setup and use them.
An introduction to Extended EventsSQLBits 2026
Are you ready to dive into the awesome world of MSSQL Extended Events! In this presentation, we'll explore this great feature in Microsoft SQL Server that helps you monitor and troubleshoot database performance.
Query Store Basics: A DBA’s Best FriendSQLBits 2026
Ever wondered why your queries are running differently today than they did last week? Query Store in SQL Server can help you figure that out! In this session, we’ll break down the basics of Query Store, designed especially for junior or accidental DBAs.
Query Store Basics: A DBA’s Best FriendSQLBits 2025
Introduction of Query Store.
What is it, how does it work, how can we use it, how does Microsoft uses it in the new features.
An introduction to Extended EventsSQLBits 2024
Introduction to extended events. Learn how to setup and use them.