Writing as an Art and a Job
Steve thinks communication is a core sill for technology people, especially in the age of AI.
2026-03-06
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Communication
The Voice of the Customer
This week I had the opportunity to join many of the U.S.-based Redgaters in Austin to talk about 2024 plans, hear from the product teams, and have some much-needed fellowship. One thing was particularly clear as I listened to various leaders and product managers – the customer drives everything we do. And I have to […]
2024-01-20
49 reads
Using Clear Language to Avoid Confusion
Communication can be challenging when we don't work closely with others. Steve draws a comparison with a popular children's show in the US.
2023-08-14
133 reads
Better Communication Through Less Messaging
Steve notes that sometimes we message too often, but that's a human problem, not a tool issue.
2023-06-02
147 reads
The Communication Channels at Work
The use of messaging dominates communication for Steve. Can you say the same thing?
2022-09-23
83 reads
2020-05-18
134 reads
Remote Sharing and Learning
Steve notes we all need to learn to communicate and share information better, especially while we are remote.
2020-05-14
112 reads
Communicate Smarter Not More
After installing Microsoft Teams, Steve has a bit of communication overload.
2019-05-13
202 reads
2016-05-02
88 reads
Blogs
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Question of the Day
Identities and Sequences III
When thinking of the Identity property for auto incrementing columns and sequences for the same action, which can be used with the BIGINT data type?
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