Frank A. Banin

About

With a strong foundation in enterprise data analytics and software engineering, I specialize in designing and implementing advanced analytics solutions that empower data-driven decision-making and drive business growth.

My experience spans diverse environments—on-premises, PaaS, SaaS, and hybrid solutions—demonstrating both versatility and adaptability in addressing complex data challenges.

I am recognized for my intellectual curiosity, a proven ability to quickly master new tools and technologies, and a commitment to staying ahead of emerging industry trends.

My professional growth is supported by a portfolio of industry certifications, which underscore both technical expertise and dedication to continuous learning.


I am characterized by my intellectual curiosity and a strong aptitude for rapidly learning new tools, coupled with a commitment to staying at the forefront of industry trends. My professional development is underscored by a series of certifications, including:

Microsoft Certifications:
Generative AI for Business with MSFT Azure OpenAI
Fabric Analytics Engineer Associate
Azure Data Engineer Associate
Certified Professional
Certified IT Professional
Technology Specialist

Merrill Lynch Certification:
Six Sigma Green Belt

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Shifting Mindsets: Why FinOps is Essential for Cloud Efficiency

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As a DevOps practitioner, I’ve always focused on performance, scalability, and automation. But as...

March 2026 SQL Server Security Updates

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On Patch Tuesday, in addition to OS and Office security patches, Microsoft also released...

How Fabric Mirroring Transformed with SQL Server 2025

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When mirroring was first released for Azure SQL Database, it used Change Data Capture...

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Upgrading Admin Queries

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Upgrading Admin Queries

I have a query from a former DBA that we run on SQL Server 2025 to check on database metadata. This query references sys.sysaltfiles. I want to refactor this code to be more modern. Which DMV should I reference instead?  

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