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Microsoft South Africa will host two SQL Server 2014 Boot Camps in May 2014, running from 20 to 23 May, these Boot Camps will provide insight into core SQL 2014 capabilities, Parallel Data Warehouse and Power BI, as well as covering Data Platform and Hybrid Cloud, amongst other subjects.
Ascent Technology is proud to be a Gold Sponsor of this event that will provide technical training for Microsoft Partners and Customers, and we look forward to seeing you there.
Naturally, we will also be available afterwards and look forward to continuing the discussion around these subjects with you, as well as answering any other questions you may have.
The SQL 2014 Boot Camp is the premier education and networking event and is for anybody interested in learning, connecting, and exploring a broad set of current and new Microsoft technologies, platforms and services.
| Date: | 20 and 21 May 2014 OR 22 and 23 May 2014 |
| Venue: | Intundla Game Lodge, Portion 7, Hammanskraal Road (R628), Boekenhoutskloof, Dinokeng, Pretoria |
| Cost: | R3 850.00 excl. VAT Includes all meals, one night’s shared accommodation and conference materials |
