Seamless Transition: Migrating from commercial to open source databases

Many organizations are looking to reduce database licensing costs, increase flexibility, and embrace open source technologies. Migrating from Microsoft SQL Server to PostgreSQL is a common path, but application compatibility can often present challenges. In this session, Alvaro Costa-Neto and Minesh Chande, Senior Database Specialist Solutions Architects at AWS, explore how Amazon Aurora PostgreSQL and Babelfish can help simplify the migration journey. The presentation covers migration strategies, compatibility considerations, architectural planning, and how Babelfish enables SQL Server applications to work with PostgreSQL while minimizing code changes. Whether you're evaluating a migration from SQL Server or actively planning a transition to PostgreSQL, this session provides practical guidance for navigating the process with greater confidence and reduced complexity. Speakers: Alvaro Costa-Neto, Senior Database Specialist Solutions Architect, AWS Minesh Chande, Senior Database Specialist Solutions Architect, AWS Recorded as part of PgSaturday Dallas 2025.