Monthly Archives: March 2020

Taking Stock of Your Career

Posted on March 27, 2020 by way0utwest

We’re almost a quarter into the new year. Think about these statements: “Imagine you lose your job tomorrow.  What would you like your next job to look like?  Start acquiring the skills for your desired next job today!” That’s a … Continue reading →

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Daily Coping 27 Mar 2020

Posted on March 27, 2020 by way0utwest

I’ve started to add a daily coping tip to the SQLServerCentral newsletter, which is helping me deal with the issues in the world. I’m adding my responses for each day here. Today’s newsletter said: Contact a neighbor, friend, or family … Continue reading →

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Moving to a New SqlClient

Posted on March 26, 2020 by way0utwest

DotNet developers, if you’re using the System.Data.SqlClient, stop. Move over to Microsoft.Data.SqlClient now. It’s easy to do, well, it’s relatively easy to say that. The actual work isn’t that hard, but it can be a challenge to move assemblies. In … Continue reading →

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A Data Controversy

Posted on March 26, 2020 by way0utwest

Quite a bit has changed since this article about airlines and the US government.  Since very few people are flying, or even can fly, perhaps this disagreement is moot, but I bet it comes up again. Now, separate from the … Continue reading →

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