Getting Into The Biz, Part 2
In a previous blog post, I began writing about how one might start a career as a database professional, and...
2009-08-13
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Blog Posts
Microsoft at the PASS Summit
One of the reasons that I think the PASS Summit fits well in Seattle is the support that they get...
2009-08-13
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SQL Server Standard Writing Guidelines
Well, actually, these are the guidelines for submitting anything to SQLPASS, but it includes the guidelines for SQL Server Standard....
2009-08-13
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SQLSaturday #17 - Baton Rouge Session Evaluations
I guess I did a good job, with all 3s and 4s in my eval (meaning good and great) for...
2009-08-13
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Upgrading To Windows 7
Well I spent most of this past Saturday upgrading my Laptop to Windows 7 Ultimate, which I have to say...
2009-08-13
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Upgrading your skills from SQL 2005 to SQL 2008......
Greetings, ALL:
As more and more companies get on board and begin to adapt SQL Server 2008, what is the best...
2009-08-13
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Database is in Transition
One of my clients called saying they were receiving the following error when trying to access a database: "Error 952...
2009-08-12
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Design can be too simple
I've advocated simple design for years, trying to give users less choice, help lead them down paths to get their...
2009-08-12
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Excellent Blog List
For the one or two you that are not reading Buck Woody’s blog (and why aren’t you), you may not...
2009-08-12
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Getting Security Vulnerability Information
Staying abreast of security vulnerability alerts can be a daunting task because there are so many each day. One source...
2009-08-12
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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
Which movie featured this quote?
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