SQL Server 2022: The Future of Data Management
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2023-02-27
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Reading AFAS REST API Data with Azure Logic Apps
Recently I had to read some REST API data using an Azure Logic App. The data itself comes from AFAS, a Dutch SaaS ERP company. In general, the process...
2023-03-13 (first published: 2023-02-26)
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What to know about the new accessible Power BI themes
In February 2023, Microsoft released some new Power BI themes that are more accessible than the other themes available by default. The blog post mentions the prevalence of color...
2023-02-25 (first published: 2023-02-24)
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No In-Person SQLBits For Me
I am saddened to report that I will not be able to attend SQLBits in person this year as originally planned. I was involved in a terrible car accident...
2023-02-24
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One Thing You Wish You Knew While Learning PostgreSQL: PGSqlPhriday #006
I will not even attempt to hide it, I’m very much in the learning phase of my PostgreSQL journey. As such, I’m constantly picking up new facts. However, I’m...
2023-02-24
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Daily Coping 24 Feb 2023
Today’s coping tip is to be gentle with someone you feel inclined to criticize. It’s very easy, and maybe very human, to start to criticize others for doing something...
2023-02-24
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Speaking at Data Saturday Rheinland – Migrating SSIS to ADF
I’m pleased to announce that I’ll be talking about how you can migrate your SSIS skills to Azure Data Factory at Data Saturday Rheinland. At the time of writing...
2023-02-24
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Architecting MS SQL Server on VMware vSphere 8.0 released
I’m thrilled to announce that the “Architecting Microsoft SQL Server on VMware vSphere” 8.0 best practices guide has been released! I’m pleased to have been able to contribute to...
2023-02-23
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Daily Coping 23 Feb 2023
Today’s coping tip is to give sincere compliments today to people. A tough day recently coaching, but I kept this in mind. Complementing parents, competitors and fellow coaches, and...
2023-02-23
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A Test Client for Zero Downtime Deployments
I’ll be at VS Live in Las Vegas this March to discuss zero downtime deployments. If you want to come and join me for this session, or any of...
2023-03-03 (first published: 2023-02-22)
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