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Conferences/Seminars/User Groups

SQL PASS Summit 
This is the premier event dedicated to Microsoft SQL Server education. Join PASS in Microsoft's backyard for 100+ technical sessions presented by more than 80 user-experts, MVPs and members of the Microsoft development team. The most impressive collection of product experts, technical sessions and networking opportunities all under one roof makes the PASS Community Summit a must-attend event for DBAs, architects and developers who depend on SQL Server.
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VS Live - Visual Studio Developer Conferences
Conferences for Visual Studio .NET developers held regularly on the latest and greatest tools for visual studio developers.
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San Diego SQL Server User Group
The San Diego SQL Server Users Group (SDSQLUG) provides professional opportunities to stay on the forefront of Microsoft SQL Server technology through education, networking and the sharing of information.
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