Stop, Smell, Smile
On this quiet Friday, Steve Jones skips a poll and talks about life. This editorial was originally published on Jun 6, 2008. It is being republished as Steve is on vacation.
2013-03-20 (first published: 2008-06-06)
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Editorial
The Software Comparison - Part 4
The final installment of Steve Jones' comparison between software developers and other professions looks at the most closely related: engineers.
2008-06-05
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The Software Comparison - Part 3
Steve Jones takes another attempt at comparing software development to another profession. Today's target: doctors.
2008-06-04
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Software Comparison - Part 2
The second editorial from Steve Jones comparing software to other types of jobs continues with a look at the legal profession.
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The Software Comparison
Is building software like building a house? Steve Jones digs into the comparison at the start of an editorial series looking at other professions.
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Database Weekly - June 2, 2008
A look back at the news from the week including Windows 7 and taking an unwired vacation.
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Seeking to recognize DBAs for the work they do, the Exceptional DBA Awards are open for nominations. Steve Jones talks a bit about the event.
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Job Specialization - Boon or Bane?
As the number of different software/technologies increases exponentially, does specializing limit an IT professional's ability to move around? This editorial is being republished due to technical issues from last week.
2008-06-02 (first published: 2008-05-29)
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The May Car Update (2008)
Steve Jones talks about alternative hybrids, in this bi-monthly update on automotive news.
2008-05-28
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Sorting the Sheep from the Goats
A guest editorial from Tony Davis, on how to test whether someone will make a good DBA or developer.
2008-05-27
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