PASS - The Community for Data Professionals Information

PASS is an independent, not-for-profit organization run by and for the community. With a growing membership of more than 250,000, PASS supports data professionals throughout the world who use the Microsoft data platform. Our mission is to empower data professionals who leverage Microsoft technologies to connect, share, and learn through networking, knowledge sharing, and peer-based learning. PASS fulfills its mission by: - Facilitating professional development and networking opportunities through our international conferences, local and virtual groups, online events, and local and regional events. - Delivering high-quality, timely, practical technical training worldwide. PASS was co-founded by CA Technologies and Microsoft Corporation in 1999 to promote and educate SQL Server users around the world. Since its founding, PASS has expanded globally and diversified its membership to embrace professionals using any Microsoft data technology.