Monthly Archives: November 2010

Un-SQL Friday 001: In Brands We Trust

This post brought to you courtesy of Jen McCown’s (blog | Twitter) latest and greatest idea: Un-SQL Friday. When I hear the word “brand” a zillion images flood my brain. Kraft, Johnson & Johnson, Disney, Coke, Newman’s Own, USPS…just to name a few. This might be because I made quesadillas with (Kraft) cheese for the kids for dinner, gave…

Have Yourself a Merry Little Summit

Yes, I know it’s November. I do know that. But for some of us here at the PASS Summit, it’s like the holidays. The Summit only comes once a year Just like Santa, the Summit shows up only once a year. You spend the months beforehand preparing (For how long will I go? Where will…

TSQL Tuesday #012: Why are DBA Skills Necessary?

November’s TSQL Tuesday is hosted by Paul Randal ( blog | Twitter ) and the topic is Why are DBA Skills Necessary?  The topic immediately made me think of some of the customer issues I have worked on over the years, and Paul’s list of things to consider confirmed that I was thinking about the right…