Why You’re Wrong: The Data Professional’s Guide To Contentious Issues
I’m here to put an end to the debates. Today we will examine the data professional’s guide to contentious issues.
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Administering SQL Server 2012 Running On Windows Server Core
Are you afraid of deploying (or supporting) an instance of Windows Server Core? Are you telling others to “stay away” because of your own fears of doing something new? Then I am here to tell you that you’re doing it wrong. Last month I decided that it was time to get down and dirty with … Read more
Automate SQL Server Express Backups with Powershell
Last week I had the honor of presenting at TechEd Europe a session titled “Deploying Microsoft SQL Server 2012 Using Windows Server Core“. Presenting that session gave me the opportunity to learn about administering SQL server using PowerShell, specifically how to administer an instance of SQL Server running on Server Core (PRO TIP: it’s the … Read more
The Minimalist Guide to Database Administration
Every great DBA I know is both driven AND lazy. They are driven to be as efficient as possible, so they can do less work. It’s a wonderful pair of personality traits to have as a DBA. The unfortunate part is that the more driven they are, the more efficient and lazier they get, which … Read more
