Why I Write
I have a great job. Actually it’s a fantastic job for me. I have flexible hours, I can work almost...
2010-07-13
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Blog Posts
Writing Better Queries in Steel City
T-SQL is a very forgiving language. As long as you have the basic syntax of the statement correct, SQL Server...
2010-07-13
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Conversion Between Unicode and Non-Unicode Data Flow Pattern
I don't think I'm alone when I find myself having to convert several columns in my Data Flow from Unicode...
2010-07-12
991 reads
Degree Seeker Week at SQL University, Extra Credit
Degree Seeker Week at SQL University, Extra Credit
Welcome back to Degree Seeker Week at SQL University. If you have returned...
2010-07-12
1,748 reads
Enabling Memory Support for over 4GB of Physical Memory
This is something we had to do again recently and its improved our performance and query speeds on one particular system....
2010-07-12
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Exceptional DBA of the Year 2010 Finalist!
This post is a tad overdue as the public announcement was a few weeks back but it’s been a topsy-turvy...
2010-07-12
442 reads
It is Great to Get Feedback From My Readers
I get a lot of emails from people who read my blog, books, articles, and from people who have attended...
2010-07-12
503 reads
Mix & Match – Day 4
I’ve been scouring my notes (old & new), wading through all my previous research and unearthing advice, tips & tricks that have...
2010-07-12
381 reads
Old McDonalds and The Cow Store
As a child did you have a place that was your ‘thing’, something that just the mention of it would...
2010-07-12
507 reads
PowerShell and Effective Meetings at PASS 2010
Last week, PASS announced this year’s program for the 2010 Summit in Seattle, Washington. The program session are available online....
2010-07-12
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Blogs
Finding Balance: Things Will Come Up
By Steve Jones
I have a presentation on finding balance in your career that got quite a...
Who Are You Doing It For?
By Brian Kelley
But as I've matured over the years, I came to realize that I needed...
Presenting Twice in May 2026
By alevyinroc
I will be presenting my latest session, Documenting Your Work for Worry-Free Vacations, in-person...
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A Fun Computer Quote
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