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Welcome to Datavail's Blog, where you can read the latest insights, tips and opinions of our experts on all things data and technology.
Explore Datavail’s DATACON 2026 takeaways on modernizing fragmented data estates, improving governance, and preparing trusted data for AI.
Data Platforms Reaching End of Life in July 2026
Lots of data platforms are end of support in July 2026, including SQL Server 2016, MariaDB 10.6, MongoDB 8.2, and MySQL 8.0 on Azure and AWS.
Data Platforms Reaching End of Life in May and June 2026
Several AWS database versions reached end of support in May and June 2026. See which Aurora, PostgreSQL, and MariaDB platforms are affected and what actions to take next.
Why Delaying Data Platform End-of-Life Upgrades Cost More Than You Think
Discover why delaying your data platform’s end-of-life upgrade can lead to rising costs, increased risks, and stalled innovation.
Just returned from an incredible week at the PASS Data Community Summit 2025 in Seattle! The Datavail team had a fantastic time connecting with fellow data professionals and learning from industry leaders.
Microsoft Ignite 2025: What CIOs Need to Know
Discover the top takeaways for CIOs from Microsoft Ignite 2025: AI, trusted data, and automation driving a new era of enterprise transformation.
Database SME Pradeep Gupta walks you through a detailed, step-by-step guide on how to rotate a database encryption certificate in SQL Server.
Microsoft Ignite 2024 Event Recap
Microsoft Fabric announcements at Microsoft Ignite 2024, here are the highlights from the event to help you prepare for 2025.
PASS Data Community Summit 2024 Post-Event Recap
PASS Data Community Summit 2024 was a wonderful time to be in Seattle! This is where some of the finest minds in the database world came together.