All Data Readers Are Evil
The DBA's Mantra: All data readers are evil. Steve Jones talks about a proposed corollary that might be appropriate to ensure security.
Usage of Functions in Stored Procedures
Building an application with modular programming not only speeds development, but can make for a more stable application. New author Sreeju Jumar brings us a look at how you can further modularize your stored procedures.
Advanced Matrix Reporting Techniques
Learn how to build robust Matrix-style reports in SQL Server Reporting Services. These advanced reporting techniques make it easier to build a fully-functional report.
Same Report but Different Methods in SQL Server Reporting Services
In Reporting Services in SQL Server 2005 there are several ways of achieving the same result. This article introduces how we can create the same report using several different methods.
Should I Buy a Kindle?
Steve Jones still thinks there is a lot of value in books, both fiction and non-fiction, but he's looking at e-Readers, specifically the Kindle from Amazon.
Should I Buy a Kindle?
Steve Jones still thinks there is a lot of value in books, both fiction and non-fiction, but he's looking at e-Readers, specifically the Kindle from Amazon.
Should I Buy a Kindle?
Steve Jones still thinks there is a lot of value in books, both fiction and non-fiction, but he's looking at e-Readers, specifically the Kindle from Amazon.
The February Energy Update
Steve Jones takes a look at the world of energy news and a few projects out at the ranch.
The February Energy Update
Steve Jones takes a look at the world of energy news and a few projects out at the ranch.
The February Energy Update
Steve Jones takes a look at the world of energy news and a few projects out at the ranch.
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
By alevyinroc
I will be presenting my latest session, Documenting Your Work for Worry-Free Vacations, in-person...
Forums
what data type i should use for roversion col and can i use less than greater
can i use Rowversioncol ( in my database it's synonyme timestamp is used) to...
Radius Latitude Longitude
I have a table with latitude longitude in the format. 45.123456 , -111.123456 ,...
degree of parallelism
Team, I'm trying to figure out what will be the best recommendation to configure...
Question of the Day
A Fun Computer Quote
Which movie featured this quote?
"All programs have a desire to be useful."Happy April Fools! See possible answers