2014-05-28
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Editorial
Patching Problems
After some issues with a recent Windows patch, Steve Jones is concerned about the future of software updates.
2014-05-27
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2014-05-26
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No reason to abandon SQL
The early signs are that we can now run a SQL-based relational database with distributed execution plans over commodity hardware, leaving just the task of splicing together of the result to the engine itself, then why can’t Microsoft or Oracle do it?
2014-05-26
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Should We Move to Azure?
This week Steve Jones asks about moving to the cloud and how interesting that might be to the community?
2017-11-08 (first published: 2014-05-23)
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One Final Patch
Vote for final service packs for SQL Server 2008 and R2. Let Microsoft know that we want regular support across the entire lifecycle.
2014-05-22
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Balancing Learning
How do you determine when you use a new technique or stick with a tried and true method? Steve Jones notes that we try to teach you new things at SQLServerCentral, but do you use them?
2014-05-21
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The Development Backup
Backing up your development environment can be important. After all, aren't your developers producing products that you use?
2014-05-20
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Patching Problems
Problems with SQL Server after applying the Windows 8.1 update have Steve Jones concerned about software updates.
2014-05-19
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What are you worth?
When negotiating your salary, it helps to know what the ranges are for your experience and area. Steve Jones gives a little advice today.
2017-11-07 (first published: 2014-05-19)
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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
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I will be presenting my latest session, Documenting Your Work for Worry-Free Vacations, in-person...
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Identities and Sequences III
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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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