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Andy Yun

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Field Solutions Architect at Pure Storage
📍 Arlington, Massachusetts, United States

Andy Yun is a Field Solutions Architect at Pure Storage with over 20 years of experience as a SQL Server data professional. A former Microsoft MVP, he specializes in performance tuning, storage engine internals, and database modernization. He is a passionate community advocate, frequently speaking at conferences and mentoring colleagues.

Andy is a self-described foodie and dog lover. His personal social media highlights his role as a personal chef for his wife, Deborah Melkin, who is also a data professional. He is a novice guitarist and has expressed interest in meditation and learning to play the guitar as ways to recharge.

Andy is a co-founder of the Chicago SQL Association and a former leader of the Chicago Suburban User Group, demonstrating a long-standing commitment to community building.

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Experience
10 Years
Current Role
Field Solutions Architect
Location
Arlington, Massachusetts, United States
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SQL Performance Tuning
A core focus of his professional career and a frequent topic of his public speaking engagements at events like PASS Data Community Summit and SQLBits.
Database Modernization
He speaks on redefining database modernization beyond just cloud migration, focusing on data evolution, protection, and evaluating various industry solutions.
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Career

Work history

11-2021
Field Solutions Architect
Pure Storage
6-2017 - 10-2021
Principal Solutions Engineer
SentryOne
3-2016 - 5-2017
Client Technical Lead
Ensono
8-2015 - 3-2016
Lead Database Administrator
Consilio LLC
1-2015 - 8-2015
Senior Database Developer
Rise Health, Inc.
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Education
1995 - 1999
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Marquette University
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