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  • RE: Microsoft and R

    R really isn't all that bad. I've used it though not in conjunction with SQL Server yet. If you've done any kind of coding you should be able...

  • RE: Fifty Words for Databases

    Phil Factor (3/9/2015)


    @gary Varga

    I think there is more of a problem here. Last year, I sat in a day seminar on Continuous Integration given by a director of a well-known...

  • RE: How to Design, Build and Test a Dynamic Search Stored Procedure

    Timely repost. I was just creating my first-ever sp involving dynamic SQL this week when I saw this.

    My scenario wasn't nearly as complex, but this article (with appropriate hat...

  • RE: The Express Choice

    If the situation warranted, absolutely. I use Express 2012 at home and I've always been pleasantly surprised at how capable it is.

  • RE: Small Leadership

    Leadership and management are two different skill sets - something a fair part of the business world doesn't get. They certainly impact one another, but they are distinct skills.

    Put...

  • RE: Making Plans

    Since we're smack in the middle of our performance review process, this editorial reminds me of those ubiquitous 3- to 5-year goals that get stuck on them. It always...

  • RE: Where Do You End Up as a DBA?

    I'm with Steve: Environment and co-workers are the real deciding factors. You only "land" or "end up" six feet under. Even then don't be too sure. 😀

    I can't...

  • RE: Which certificate will help me earn a job in IT?

    The only real "mistake" you can make with a career is to give up - and even then don't be too sure.

    I started out in a human services non-profit way...

  • RE: Programming Rules and 'Best Practices' Can't Replace Professional Judgement

    A hearty amen to this article and I would add I don't see it as something limited to IT management.

    I've never been one to follow a supposed "best practice" unless...

  • RE: Interrupt Me, I'm Stagnating

    Gary Varga (2/5/2015)


    Andy Warren (2/5/2015)


    Rob, I don't think it was cynical, more frustration. It can surely seem like a catch22 or worse! Being tired and/or stressed will just add to...

  • RE: NetBackup vs sql backups

    Wayne West (2/3/2015)


    My question would be what do the higher ups think is a good way do to backups? You don't need any extra money spent on additional software...

  • RE: It's OK to be an Outfitter, not a Prospector

    stephen.kemp (2/3/2015)


    I think that the author is being a little hard on himself just because he didn't strike gold on that occasion, but is correct in pointing out that mining...

  • RE: Exam 70-461 question

    Brandie Tarvin (1/22/2015)


    EDIT: And does anyone know what the following technobabble is supposed to refer to? (It's under the "Create Database Objects" section of the exam objectives)

    Design Views

    •Ensure code non...

  • RE: Custom SSMS

    Customized T-SQL templates.

    Wayne Sheffield did a presentation on SSMS customizations and timesavers at SQL Saturday in December. It's available at his blog. Look for SSMS Tips & Tricks.

  • RE: The Cost of Switching

    Having looked into the cost of going from SQL Server 2005 to 2012, PostgreSQL is looking mighty good right about now.

    I figure we'd be paying the cost either way -...

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