Monthly Archives: April 2013

Don’t Be a Ghost

Posted on April 16, 2013 by way0utwest

I talk about branding at many different events, with the idea that you should control your personal career brand, and make an effort to improve it. As more and more employers look to validate your experience and verify your skills, having a … Continue reading →

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Customizing SSMS–Results

Posted on April 15, 2013 by way0utwest

This is a short series on some customizations in SSMS to make it visually more appealing. As a presenter, I’ve learned how to change the way Management Studio (SSMS) looks to make it easier for people to see the screen … Continue reading →

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Modeling the Earth

Posted on April 15, 2013 by way0utwest

Whether you agree with the science of climate change or not, the ability to work on a project like this one from Microsoft Research would be cool. The issue of carbon pollution and the potential impact on our world is huge. If … Continue reading →

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The DBA Office

Posted on April 12, 2013 by way0utwest

I’ve written about offices I like in the past. I’ve worked in a variety of offices, and having telecommuted for the last decade, I find that I mostly prefer a variety of environments. I have a standing desk, where I do most … Continue reading →

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