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 … Read more
This past weekend I went down to Raleigh to participate in the SQLSaturday event there and wanted to give a quick recap of the event. First things first, getting in and out of Raleigh this past weekend was quite easy. How easy? Well, on the way down I connected through Atlanta. I arrived at gate … Read more
Here is a typical job description that you can find online just about anywhere. It lists almost everything possible and imaginable. And it, well…I’ll just let you read it all for yourself and make up your own mind. Enjoy. Position Summary: This is a MS SQL Server DBA role largely responsible for providing operational database … Read more
My post yesterday seems to have struck a nerve with quite a few readers. So while the topic is still fresh in my mind I thought I could jot down a few more words on how to find those SQL Server experts that appear to be eluding everyone. It would seem that perhaps this has … Read more
Over the past two weeks I have seen and heard more than a handful of people ask a very simple question: Where are all the SQL Server experts? Many people have offered an answer as to why there is a “shortage” of experts to be found, but none of the explanations I have read seem … Read more
I’ve had this script in my toolbox for a few years now. I didn’t create it initially, and I have no idea who did. This script helps you to identify duplicate indexes. Why is that important? I’m glad you asked, mostly because I’m tired of answering my own questions and it’s good to have someone … Read more
