October 2025 performance review highlights for microsoft/sql-server-samples: Delivered a targeted UX improvement to the Power Plan Check feature by refining the messaging to explicitly state that the server should be in high performance mode. This change reduces user confusion, speeds appropriate configuration, and improves feedback visibility. No major defects were addressed this month in this repository; focus was on clarity and user guidance. Impact includes clearer guidance for DBAs and operators, potential reduction in support tickets, and easier onboarding for performance-oriented configurations. Technologies and skills demonstrated include precise communication, Git-based change management, and impact-aware development within a live sample repository.