Explore query performance tuning in SQL Server 2014 through this informative PASS Data Community Summit preview talk. Dive into a comprehensive optimization checklist covering common problems and essential considerations. Learn about crucial aspects of database design, server configuration settings, and query design. Gain insights into SQL Server configuration for memory, CPU, and storage, as well as effective database administration techniques. Discover best practices for database design, including storage optimization, constraint implementation, and index management. Acquire valuable T-SQL coding tips to enhance query performance. Use this talk as a starting point to address your own SQL Server performance challenges and prepare for a more in-depth exploration of query tuning techniques.