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Characteristics of the Exceptional DBA
In this blog entry, I’d like discuss and explore the characteristics that define an Exceptional DBA. Few DBAs will have all these characteristics, but the best DBAs will have most of them. Enjoys...
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How to Hone Your DBA Skill Set
In this article, we examine the various ingredients that will help you establish a successful career as a DBA, and then contribute to your long-term career success. Formal Education – you don’t need a...
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2009 SQL Server Training Conferences
Below is a list of some of the many SQL Server-related training that will be available in 2009. As you visit some of the websites, you may notice that the information may be a little old for some of...
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Reasons Why You May Not Want to Use a Heap
For a book project I am working on, I have started compiling a list of reasons why heaps aren’t usually a good choice when designing a database. Now, I didn’t say that heaps are always bad, but in most...
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Summary of What PASS Members Want from the 2009 PASS Community Summit
PASS recently conducted a survey of its members, asking them what topics they would like to see covered at the 2009 PASS Community Summit. A total of 304 people responded to the survey, and the entire...
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SQL Server DBA Certifications: How Many People Have Which Certifications?
According to Microsoft, as of April 2009: 153,130 people have received the MCDBA: SQL Server 2000 certification 51,445 people have received the MCTS: SQL Server 2005 certification 854 people have...
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SQLServerCentral.Com to Offer SQL Server Track at SQL Server Connections
I have spoken at many conferences over the years, including the PASS Community Summit and SQL Server Connections, and one of the things I have noticed is that there is very little overlap between the...
View Article15-25% Off SQL Server Microsoft Certification Exams
Microsoft is offering from 15-25% off selected Microsoft Certification Exams. In order to receive the discount, you must register, schedule, and purchase the discounted exams by December 31, 2009....
View ArticleAre Your Backups Really Safe?
Imagine for a moment if you will. As a DBA, and as the protector of your organization’s data, you have implemented many safeguards to protect your data. You have set up periodic jobs to back up your...
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Characteristics of the Exceptional DBA
In this blog entry, I’d like discuss and explore the characteristics that define an Exceptional DBA. Few DBAs will have all these characteristics, but the best DBAs will have most of them. Enjoys...
View ArticleHow to Hone Your DBA Skill Set
In this article, we examine the various ingredients that will help you establish a successful career as a DBA, and then contribute to your long-term career success. Formal Education – you don’t need a...
View ArticleClik here to view.
2009 SQL Server Training Conferences
Below is a list of some of the many SQL Server-related training that will be available in 2009. As you visit some of the websites, you may notice that the information may be a little old for some of...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Reasons Why You May Not Want to Use a Heap
For a book project I am working on, I have started compiling a list of reasons why heaps aren’t usually a good choice when designing a database. Now, I didn’t say that heaps are always bad, but in most...
View ArticleClik here to view.
Summary of What PASS Members Want from the 2009 PASS Community Summit
PASS recently conducted a survey of its members, asking them what topics they would like to see covered at the 2009 PASS Community Summit. A total of 304 people responded to the survey, and the entire...
View ArticlePASS Call for Speakers Deadline Extended
If you have been procrastinating about submitting a speaking abstract for the 2009 PASS Community Summit, you have been given a short reprieve. The Call for Speakers has now been extended until...
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SQL Server DBA Certifications: How Many People Have Which Certifications?
According to Microsoft, as of April 2009: 153,130 people have received the MCDBA: SQL Server 2000 certification 51,445 people have received the MCTS: SQL Server 2005 certification 854 people have...
View ArticleClik here to view.
SQLServerCentral.Com to Offer SQL Server Track at SQL Server Connections
I have spoken at many conferences over the years, including the PASS Community Summit and SQL Server Connections, and one of the things I have noticed is that there is very little overlap between the...
View Article15-25% Off SQL Server Microsoft Certification Exams
Microsoft is offering from 15-25% off selected Microsoft Certification Exams. In order to receive the discount, you must register, schedule, and purchase the discounted exams by December 31, 2009....
View ArticleAre Your Backups Really Safe?
Imagine for a moment if you will. As a DBA, and as the protector of your organization’s data, you have implemented many safeguards to protect your data. You have set up periodic jobs to back up your...
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