End of Support for SQL Server 2008R2 - 20 Years of PASS

Explore the migration lifecycle for SQL Server 2008/R2 instances reaching End of Support (EOS) in this 57-minute conference talk. Learn about the Azure Database Migration Service and related tools that facilitate near-zero downtime migrations to Azure. Discover various modernization approaches, including Azure IaaS with Extended Security Updates (ESU) for app migration. Gain insights into using Data Migration Assistant (DMA) for feature parity and compatibility assessments. Understand online migration techniques using backup and restore technology, as well as Managed Instance migrations with the Azure Database Migration Service. Review supported migration scenarios, Fast Track for Azure, and access additional migration resources to ensure a smooth transition from SQL Server 2008/R2 to modern Azure solutions.