Contained Database users

Hashing Collisions

One of the problems with hashing is that you can have collisions from values that are not very similar. This...

Wasting Time

Focusing in one area for long periods of time is hard. Steve Jones thinks that people taking a little time at work to recharge is a good idea, and something companies might want to encourage.

Certificates Everywhere

Today Steve Jones talks about security and his desire to have certificates be the primary means of securing communications and verifying authenticity.

Using 2008 Features in a 2000 Compatibility Database

I saw a note recently from someone asking if they could use CROSS APPLY on a SQL Server 2008 instance...

Enabling Contained Databases in SQL Server 2012

One of the new features in SQL Server 2012 is the Partially Contained Database feature. I gave a talk on...

Get Some Cross Training Today

There's an IT skills gap in many companies, which is forcing managers to get creative. Steve Jones says now is the time to look for some cross training at work.

Happy Easter 2012

Happy Easter 2012 from SQLServerCentral.

The On-call Demands

This Friday Steve Jones asks about your on-call responsibilities and the load you face from after hours calls. If you're a DBA that doesn't work strictly 9-5 every week, let us know.

SQL Server 2012 Beta Exams

I signed up for a few of the SQL Server 2012 Beta certification exams, and have been going through them...