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Updating SSMS is Easy (w/ v21)

Posted on April 28, 2025 by way0utwest

I’ve been using the SSMS preview for v21. This is the next evolution of SSMS, where the VS shell is finally being updated. For many of us, SSMS has been using an old version of the Visual Studio shell as … Continue reading →

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Is SQL Server Feature Complete?

Posted on April 28, 2025 by way0utwest

I heard Brent Ozar recently talked a bit about the SQL Server platform and its future. He also mentioned that Fabric has distracted the data platform team and it isn’t a great product. I tend to agree, and I see … Continue reading →

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The Book of Redgate: Customer Quotes

Posted on April 25, 2025 by way0utwest

Many organizations list customer testimonials and quotes on their websites or literature. It makes sense to show off those places where you’ve done well in hopes of influencing others to do business with you. We seek this out, and while … Continue reading →

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50 Years of Microsoft

Posted on April 25, 2025 by way0utwest

I get the Gates Notes email periodically and I always find it interesting to read. Like Bill Gates or not, he is a very smart individual and has thoughtful things to say. Even when I don’t always agree with him, … Continue reading →

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