Execution Plans - Where Do I Start?

Dive into the world of SQL query optimization with this comprehensive conference talk from PASS Data Community Summit. Learn how to decipher execution plans, the key to understanding and improving slow SQL queries. Discover the process of obtaining execution plans and gain valuable insights on how to read and interpret them, even for complex queries. Explore the declarative nature of SQL and understand why sometimes SQL Server's automatic query optimization falls short. Perfect for database professionals looking to enhance their troubleshooting skills and optimize query performance.