Moving on from Volunteer Projects
I can’t remember a time when I was not involved in side-projects, usually as a volunteer but also writing books or creating courses. New projects are like bright, shiny objects, and it’s easy to get...
View ArticleDBA in Training: So, you want to be a DBA…
The series so far: DBA in training: So, you want to be a DBA... DBA in training: Preparing for interviews DBA in training: Know your environment(s) DBA in training: Security DBA in training: Backups,...
View ArticleDBA in training: Preparing for interviews
The series so far: DBA in training: So, you want to be a DBA... DBA in training: Preparing for interviews DBA in training: Know your environment(s) DBA in training: Security DBA in training: Backups,...
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DBA in training: Know your environment(s)
The series so far: DBA in training: So, you want to be a DBA... DBA in training: Preparing for interviews DBA in training: Know your environment(s) DBA in training: Security DBA in training: Backups,...
View ArticleSQL Server interview questions for experienced developers
This article defines ten SQL Server tech interview questions for senior SQL server developers and provides answers and examples. While there are hundreds of articles and blog posts related to SQL...
View ArticleFrom Tech Worker to IT Management: Ten Steps to Success
Congratulations! You got the promotion!! Once the excitement and adrenaline rush of a promotion passes, it is common to find yourself staring at the yawning abyss of the unknown. Then you ask yourself...
View ArticleState of the Database Landscape Results 2024
Every year, Redgate surveys technologists to ask a big question (through lots of little questions, naturally.) This year’s question was about their current data platform configuration and usage. Just...
View ArticleThe Value of Conference Speaking
Editor note: The call for speakers is open at on the Pass Data Community Summit 2024 Site, so join Jason in throwing your hat into the ring for this year’s Summit coming up in Seattle November 4-8! My...
View ArticleThe Benefits of Volunteering at SQL Saturdays
How it all started After attending PASS Summit in 2022 my husband set a goal to speak at as many SQL Saturdays as possible in 2023. We both work remotely so I have been able to travel to the different...
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T-SQL Tuesday #176: One piece of advice you wish Past You had
After so many years, here in July 2024, I am finally hosting T-SQL Tuesday. The challenge One of the things I tend to do when I am working on a project is to think of myself over three time periods....
View ArticleAmplify your Experience – How to Start Writing and Speaking
At PASS Data Community Summit 2023, Tonie Huizer and Tony Davis joined forces to deliver a one-hour session all about how to get started with sharing your technical knowledge and experience with...
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