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Last Week to Enter the Exceptional DBA Contest

Just a reminder: you have until this Friday to enter the 2012 Exceptional DBA awards. I’m judging, and looking forward...

The Redmond Agenda

The things that are important to Microsoft might not be the same ones that are important to you as a customer. However Steve Jones thinks that the potential changes in the release strategy may be good for data professionals.

Using a Symmetric Key

In my Encryption Primer talk, I do demo on symmetric key use, and wanted to document it here. Encryption is...

Documenting the Undocumented

Not everything in SQL Server is documented and Steve Jones doesn't think that everything should be. However some features are used often and should have additional documentation.

Down and Dark

I came back from vacation to find the home DSL line bouncing up and down a bit. I wasn’t overly...

Almost an MCSA

I took four beta tests earlier this year for SQL Server 2012. I had debated writing another book, and I’ve...

The Next Generation

There's no shortage of technology workers, especially good ones. Today Steve Jones reminds us that we might wish to encourage others to try technology and then help prepare them for a career in this field if they enjoy it.

Stump the Wizard

Today we have an editorial from Aug 3, 2007. It is being republished as Steve is on vacation. Today Steve asks the question about which fun games you might like outside of work.

The Cloud

This editorial was originally published on Sept 11, 2007. It is being re-run as Steve is on holiday. This is an interesting look at the cloud from 2007.