My Top 5 for 2011

I have seen a few recap posts bouncing around the net and started thinking about my own blog.  So out...

Learn SQL 2012

Microsoft is working on the next round of certification exams for SQL Server 2012. So now is the best time...

PASS Update #69 (The Wrap Up)

Next week marks the end of my third and final year serving on the PASS Board of Directors. I’ve struggled...

Why doesn’t my gauge show correct values?

Here is an issue I encountered recently while using gauge in reporting services.

There are three gauges in the report one...

In 2012, It’s Me and Vanilla Ice

Like many others, I’m planning a few changes for my life for next year.  I’m a believer in finding one’s...

Revamping Surat User Group

Dear Friends, we had a user group meeting last week – I and Vinay Pugalia was  here. We have discussed many...

SQL MCM Study Group

Over the last few days, you may have noticed that there’s been a bit of talk about a SQL Server...

Backing up the Service Master Key

Making a backup of your Service Master Key (SMK) should be one of the first things that you do if...

SQL Server 2008 R2 RTM Cumulative Update 11

On December 19, 2011, Microsoft released SQL Server 2008 R2 RTM Cumulative Update 11 (CU11), which is Build 10.50.1807.0. I...

Webcast: Putting a Better SQL Server in Production

Webcast: Putting a Better SQL Server in Production
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Webcast:Putting a Better SQL Server in Production
Date: Wednesday, January 18, 2012 3:00...