Book Status #1: Indexing for Performance

As some of you may know, I am writing a book on indexing.  So far I’ve written and submitted four of the chapters to the publisher.  If anyone ever says, “Writing a book is easy” – kick them.  When they tell you – “it’s really hard” you might want to have them kick you.  Writing … Continue reading Book Status #1: Indexing for Performance

Minnesota SQL Server Study Group (August)

Last month, I started using Meetup to schedule SQL Server Study Group events.  The idea is to meet twice a month with people that want to just talk about SQL Server and help fill in the holes in their knowledge.  Unfortunately, due to a recent move and a personal development retreat coming up, I will … Continue reading Minnesota SQL Server Study Group (August)

August Monthly SQL Server Checklist

First day of the month and first Monday of the month.  The list is coming out a bit late due to these, hopefully you were more on top of this that I was.  As I mentioned back in June, the premise of this post is help DBAs maintain their environments by getting together a monthly … Continue reading August Monthly SQL Server Checklist

I've Got A “SQLSat” In Kalamazoo

Last night I received an e-mail letting me know that I’ll be presenting at SQL Saturday #84 in Kalamazoo, MI.  Besides myself, this is shaping up to be quite an event.  The schedule of sessions and list of speakers has been published. I’ll be presenting on the following two topics: The Creepy DBA, How to … Continue reading I've Got A “SQLSat” In Kalamazoo