What Were Your 2021 Wins
The first poll question of the year has Steve asking you to look back at 2021 and pick something good that happened.
2022-01-07
184 reads
Career Growth
A Day in the Life of a SQL Server Data Architect
This article looks at what an average day of a SQL Server Data Architect looks like and some of the things you would need to as a Data Architect.
2021-12-29
Wellness Week
I work for a great company, one that I feel cares about me as more than a "resource", gives me opportunities (with responsibility and accountability), and has some nice benefits. I actually used one of those last week. I get a volunteer day every year, where I can spend time with a charity and get […]
2021-12-22
231 reads
Acknowledging Success
Annual awards are a fun thing for Steve, and he hopes more organizations will start doing them.
2021-12-13
227 reads
Holiday Fun for Your Career
The Advent of Code is live, and Steve finds it to be a fun way to take a break during your day.
2021-12-04
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2021-11-26
201 reads
Where is the Puck Going?
In which direction should you drive your career? Steve has a few thoughts today.
2021-11-19
338 reads
2021-11-05
139 reads
2021-10-25
333 reads
Growing and Keeping Up
Trying to keep up with technology is a losing game. Better to continue to grow and learn, balanced with the rest of your life.
2021-10-18
226 reads
Blogs
Take Time to Gain Perspective
By Brian Kelley
Probably the best piece of advice I ever received is to take time to...
The Fringe Festival
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I was lucky enough to take a vacation a decade ago in Edinburgh with...
Demo for Parameter Sniffing and Memory Grant Feedback
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