Monthly Archives: May 2013

Starting with Git for Database Development

Posted on May 8, 2013 by way0utwest

One of the tools that Red Gate Software makes is SQL Source Control. It’s a plug in to SSMS that allows you to hook your database up to version control. I’ve used it a few times in the past in … Continue reading →

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Our Race with Machines

Posted on May 8, 2013 by way0utwest

The Terminator andMatrix movies showcase a world where our computing machines have taken over the world to the detriment of humanity. These are worlds were the machines are superior to humans in many ways. It’s a view that scares many people and has them … Continue reading →

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Small Data

Posted on May 7, 2013 by way0utwest

Big data is a hot topic these days. Like the “cloud” terminology we’ve been hearing about for the last few years, there isn’t a good definition of what “big data” really is. The best one I’ve seen so far is … Continue reading →

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Donating for a little kid

Posted on May 6, 2013 by way0utwest

One of my authors sent me this note: “ I know you only know me as a writer for SQLServerCentral, but I have a friend whose son is really bad. He is at the hospital and the cannot pay it. … Continue reading →

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