How do you optimize Azure SQL performance?

Short answer: Strong Answer Techniques: Indexing Query optimization Connection pooling Read replicas Real-world Example: Slow query fixed using indexing → performance improved 80%

Say this in the interview

1. Define — one clear sentence (the short answer above).
2. Example — relate it to a project like ShopNest or your real work.
3. Trade-off — when you would not use it.