Mastering TempDB: Understanding and Optimizing SQL Server's Critical Resource

Explore the intricacies of TempDB in SQL Server through this 48-minute conference talk from SQLBits. Delve into the various components that utilize TempDB, including AlwaysOn Availability Groups, Read Committed Snapshot version stores, spills, and temporary tables. Learn to identify and troubleshoot performance issues caused by TempDB contention and unexpected growth. Gain insights on proper configuration techniques for optimal TempDB performance across different environments, including Azure VMs, physical servers, and containers. Equip yourself with the knowledge to effectively manage this critical resource and enhance your SQL Server workload performance. Speaker Monica Rathbun shares her expertise to help you master TempDB and overcome common challenges in database management.