How to Get Started with Version Control for Databases

Today, Kendra talks about why version control for databases is important and how to get started.

Why I Don’t Like Shared Development Databases

Today, Kendra explains why she doesn't like shared development databases.

Why A Query May be Faster the Second Time it Runs

Today, Kendra Little explains why a query may run faster the second time you run it.

Two Important ‘ONLINE’ Column-Level Operations in SQL Server

Today Kendra talks about two of the online options used when working with indexes.

The V1 Team’s Doomed Redesign

A new version of an existing application doesn't always provide an upgrade.

Do you work with data? You’ve always got options.

She's ready for the future. Are you?
In preparing for the SQLPeople event, I thought about the role, motivation, and techniques...

Andy Leonard’s great idea: SQLPeople events

Not too long ago, Andy Leonard (blog|twitter) dreamed up the idea to create the SQLPeople community. The community is forming...

To Do: Win Great SQL Training and a Cruise

Wondering what to do when you get a break from work email today?
Make your opening move in a fun contest.

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I laughed, I cried, it was better than CATS: The Fast Track Data Warehouse 3.0 Reference Guide

Careful what you say about cats, lady.
You know what’s crazy?
A comprehensive, technical, well thought-out, and ENJOYABLE document. One written with...

Dynamic Management Quickie: Exploring SQL Server’s system views and functions as you work

There’s a lot of dynamic management and system objects to keep track of in SQL Server.
We all sometimes have the...