Sometimes having dates, or parts of dates, as integers work well. But not often. A dimension can make sense, but in most transactional tables, I think dates ought to be...

and knowledge on how to use the tool best. I think sometimes people move to NoSQL because it is easier for developers, but then reporting/analytics require ETL or a warehouse...

When SQL Server Developer Edition was 1st released it was available at a price.  Later on it became a free product.  This meant that I could have a throttled...

To manager is just another job. It's not above many of the workers, at least not in technical roles. Maybe in a McDonalds or retail store.

I might argue the CEO...

I thought we could re-rate content. I know that was an issue in the past. Seems like something has changed or is broken. Filing a bug.

Thank you. I know of your struggles and hope you find a better situation.

The only constant is change.  Domain knowledge covers the gap between the perfection of everything being exchangeable (fungible) for the ideal widget for today, and the reality of keeping...

The only constant is change.  Domain knowledge covers the gap between the perfection of everything being exchangeable (fungible) for the ideal widget for today, and the reality of keeping...

Losing staff is like suffering an organisational brain injury.  In most cases the effect is minor akin to a memory lapse and the knowledge is still there, just not...

Sorry, used the title as part of the question. Corrected.

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Where we place the bar and how far we should go isn't simple. If human lives are at stake, then I am more inclined to use whatever means possible....

I've been having debates with various tech people about ChatGPT. In many cases, it's not worse than the average (or below avg) dev. Not sure what to think of that.

I...

Ah the joys of loading js from Google/FB/etc. Sorry about that, but some things are transient network items, which is where software ought to insulate the user.

"Perhaps I'll even miss seeing the message when or if it gets fixed."

I like this lamentation as I've had a similar experience with a technology which after having been...

For me, as a deaf person that sort of thing is a source of considerable stress. IF I can find some contact details, will I have to attempt a...