International Journal of Computer Techniques Volume 12 Issue 4 | Enhancing SQL Server Performance in Azure Environments through Intelligent Query Processing and Automated Index Maintenance

Enhancing SQL Server Performance in Azure Environments | IJCT Journal

Enhancing SQL Server Performance in Azure Environments through Intelligent Query Processing and Automated Index Maintenance

Authors:
Asma Hashmi  |  Alia Mir

Journal: International Journal of Computer Techniques – Volume 12 Issue 4
Publication Date: July – August 2025
ISSN: 2394-2231
URL: https://ijctjournal.org/

Abstract

Recent enhancements in Microsoft SQL Server and Azure SQL Database—including intelligent query processing and automated tuning—enable improved performance and stability in cloud environments. This paper explores how index maintenance, updated statistics, and database-scoped configurations combine to form a resilient tuning strategy for administrators.

Keywords

SQL Server, Azure SQL, Intelligent Query Processing, Index Maintenance, Performance Tuning, Cloud Databases, Automated Tuning, Database Configuration

Conclusion

SQL Server’s intelligent processing features and automation tools provide administrators with effective ways to manage performance in dynamic environments. By combining built-in capabilities with best practices, organizations can resolve query regressions and system bottlenecks proactively.

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