“Signs point to yes.” – Magic 8-Ball prophecy
You have probably heard this line at one point, the one that says “the best DBAs are the ones you never see or hear?” I used to think that was a result of some sketchy personal hygiene choices and later on understood it to mean that if everything [...]
All these years I thought DBAs were the least liked group inside of IT. So imagine my surprise to find out today that data architects are seen as roadblocks to productivity as well.
I simply had no idea. I am shocked to hear this.
On the other hand, the article reinforces a theory I have had for years: developers [...]
What do all three of those things have in common? Here’s a hint: it’s me!
That’s right, this weekend I will be at SQL Saturday #53 in Kansas City. I am especially looking forward to the BBQ crawl on Friday afternoon followed by the Royals game that night. I’ll pick up a KC cap while at [...]
Last year I was having dinner at the PASS Summit and having a great conversation with Adam Machanic (blog | twitter). One thing that Adam pointed out to me was that the average user experience for someone at a PASS Summit was to attend by themselves and rarely interact with others. “They come alone, they [...]
In my previous life I was a production DBA which meant my primary responsibility was recovery. I also took my job role to be that of a general SQL Server expert. I stayed general because no one person can possible be an expert in every facet under the SQL Umbrella. A few years ago I [...]
Want to take part in the SQLRockstar 2010 “What Are You Waiting For” Tour? Check out my upcoming tour schedule and see if I am coming to a location near you.
2010 US (and Tennessee) Tour Dates
8/10 Seacoast SQL Server User Group, Portsmouth, NH
8/11 Southern New England SQL Server User Group, Warwick, RI
8/12 Town Hall and [...]