Did you know that a SQL Saturday in Fargo is in the works? If not them, hey… there’s a SQL Saturday coming to Fargo. And it’s happening this coming spring on April 27! Now what’s the big deal about Fargo, you might be wondering. Well, it’s one of the few states in the US that [...]
With the release of the PASS Summit 2012 schedule, I’m pleased to announce that I have been selected to present two Spotlight session at this years summit. It’s cool to be selected to be a part of the spotlight speakers, not sure who I fooled to get into this group. The sessions I am doing [...]
As I mentioned in yesterday’s post, I had two sessions at the PASS Summit this past year in which I spoke. The first session went great, but the second was even better. The second session was as the last time slot on the last day and I didn’t expect to see anyone in the room. [...]
This past year, I spoke at the PASS Summit for the second time. The first time was a couple years ago and it was not the best presentation that I had ever given. This year, though, things went a little bit differently. Originally, I was slotted for a single session, but after someone dropped out [...]
Stuff me in a wood chipper, I have an idea. And this idea involves Fargo, Fargo, and SQL Saturday. As many of you know, for the past two years, I’ve been one of the volunteers working with the Minnesota PASS chapter and working on their SQL Saturday events (58 & 99). At the end of [...]
If you are looking for a little training on SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS) without having to leave the comforts of your cubicle – this is your week. This Friday (11/19/2011), SSWUG will be hosting an expo titled “Building and Developing with SQL Server Integration Services”. The event will consist of four sessions that will [...]
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 [...]
This spring I presented a few sessions at the spring SSWUG virtual conference – DBTechCon. Now that the event is over, I’ve received some feedback from the attendees and I thought I’d share it here. Overall, the responses back were great. The approach for the Profiler versus Extended Events session didn’t seem to come across [...]
The PASS Summit is only a few short months away. But before that happens there is an important deadline fast approaching… the end of the pre-June 30th discount. For the last few months, you could save $600 off the cost of the regular entry fee. But on Thursday it all ends. I figured we’ve seen [...]
SQLRally is a week away. Are you ready? It’s going to be a good time to learn and freshen up your SQL Server skills. You’ve probably looked at the schedule and picked out a few sessions that are a must see. Networking But are you prepared to take advantage of the opportunity to network with [...]
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