Is Your DBA Lying To You?

“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 … Read more

DBAs and Data Architects: Equally Despised?

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 … Read more

Kansas City, Pork, and Performance Tuning

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

Who Is Responsible For What?

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 … Read more

SQLRockstar 2010 Tour Dates

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 … Read more