Software Giants

Microsoft is the largest software company in the world. What does this mean for SQL Server? Steve Jones thinks it's good.

Interesting SPAM

I’ve been Twittering about some of these, but I thought I’d condense a few for some fun today. First, a...

Shaking the Money Tree

Are developers or administrators worth more? Is it easier to get funding for one group or the other? Steve Jones asks the question in today's poll.

The SQLServerCentral Track at SQL Connections

I'm happy to announce that SQLServerCentral is sponsoring a track at this year's SQL Connections conference in Las Vegas, Nov 9-12, 2009. We're supplying the speakers, and picking the topics. If all goes well, we should be continuing this...

A Practical Electric Sedan?

We’re getting closer. Coda is planning on selling a 4 door sedan in CA next year for $45k ($10k tax...

Off to SQLSaturday #14

I leave this afternoon for Pensacola and SQLSaturday #14. My daughter is traveling with me, for a short vacation with...

Syncing Releases

Is the future for product releases and upgrades, to be synchronized with point releases? Steve Jones relishes the possibility.

The SQLServerCentral Track at SQL Connections

I'm happy to announce that SQLServerCentral is sponsoring a track at this year's SQL Connections conference in Las Vegas, Nov...

I Learned a New Word

Do you know what a Geoid is?
I’ve been working my way through Beginning Spatial with SQL Server 2008, actually “through”...

SQL Server Stumpers, Vol.5

Whether practicing for an exam or interview, or just wanting to see who's got the biggest SQL Server brain in your office, this book is perfect. Containing 100 SQL Server Central Questions of the Day, this book is a great way to test yourself and increase your knowledge.

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