Category Archives: Editorial

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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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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The Return to the Office Debate

Posted on April 23, 2025 by way0utwest

At the end of last year, I ran into a friend I hadn’t seen in a long time. We were chatting and this person mentioned that they were looking for a new job. They had been laid off and needed … Continue reading →

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Staying Employed

Posted on April 21, 2025 by way0utwest

The revolution with GenAI has been quite the ride since 2023 and quite a few people have been concerned that their employment status might be in jeopardy. I can certainly understand that, especially in light of the tight budgets, widespread … Continue reading →

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