Anshumali Ambasht

Anshumali Ambasht is a seasoned Data Engineering and Analytics Manager with a wealth of experience in implementing innovative data and analytics technology solutions.
Currently affiliated with Deloitte Consulting, Ambasht has amassed over 16 years of exceptional expertise in the fields of data engineering, business intelligence, analytics, data integration, and data warehousing.
His interdisciplinary background, coupled with his master’s degree in Financial Analytics from the esteemed Stevens Institute of Technology, provides him with a unique perspective on data challenges.
Ambasht’s impressive track record includes successfully spearheading numerous large-scale projects and showcasing his leadership skills in managing geographically dispersed development teams.
With a keen focus on data engineering best practices and a commitment to driving business transformation, Ambasht remains at the forefront of revolutionizing data management.

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The Decoded Value

In SQL Server 2025, what is returned from this code: 

DECLARE @message VARCHAR(50) = 'Hello SQL Server 2025!';
DECLARE @encoded VARCHAR(MAX);

SET @encoded = BASE64_ENCODE(CAST(@message AS VARBINARY(1000)));
SELECT BASE64_DECODE(@encoded)

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