Help! SQL Server 2008 is Still Here

Explore strategies for addressing the challenges of maintaining SQL Server 2008 and 2008R2 in production environments beyond their official support end date in this 46-minute conference talk from PASS Data Community Summit. Learn effective techniques for convincing management to upgrade to newer SQL Server versions through role-playing scenarios. Gain insights from Brent Ozar, an experienced SQL Server expert, on how to approach conversations with management and overcome resistance to change. Discover practical advice for handling legacy systems and mitigating risks associated with unsupported software. Benefit from Ozar's expertise in making SQL Server faster and more reliable, including his creation of tools like sp_Blitz and the SQL Server First Responder Kit.