Episode

Server Audit Redesign for Azure SQL Database | Data Exposed

with Anna Hoffman, Sravnani Saluru, Abhinav Garg

The redesign of the server audit feature for Azure SQL Database is a strategic enhancement aimed at bolstering the feature's performance and availability, thereby elevating its reliability. This initiative not only optimizes the existing framework but also aligns it with the capabilities of SQL Server and SQL Managed Instance (SQL MI), fostering feature parity. The integration of these improvements is pivotal in adhering to the diverse compliance mandates prevalent across various industries, including the stringent regulations of the banking sector. By addressing these critical areas, the server audit redesign ensures that Azure SQL Database remains at the forefront of secure, compliant, and dependable cloud database services. Learn more in this episode of Data Exposed with Anna Hoffman, Sravnani Saluru, and Abhinav Garg.

Chapters

  • 00:00 - Introduction
  • 01:17 - Supportability
  • 01:36 - Customer facing Audits
  • 02:35 - SQL Auditing: Server Level Audit Re-Architecture
  • 09:19 - Breaking changes - quick recap
  • 16:37 - Getting started

Connect

Azure
Azure SQL Database
SQL Server