Advanced SQL Patterns for Production Analytics

Modern analytics teams rely on SQL for far more than simple queries—but many advanced patterns remain underused or poorly operationalized. In this session, we’ll walk through proven SQL techniques including temporary tables, stored procedures, and multi-statement transactions, and show how to apply them safely in production. We will demonstrate how to build an efficient document extraction pipeline, and how to streamline sales funnel analysis with MATCH_RECOGNIZE. You’ll learn how to turn complex logic into reusable, governed assets using Unity Catalog, enabling faster iteration without sacrificing reliability or control. Expect practical examples you can apply immediately to real-world analytics and data engineering workflows.