Category Archives: Editorial

Don’t (Always) Be a Hero

Posted on November 6, 2023 by way0utwest

I saw a comic from Kendra Little recently, which reminded me of my first SQL Server crisis. I got hired as a contractor to support a large Novell network. In my first chance to work with SQL Server, a new … Continue reading →

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When Work Isn’t Done

Posted on November 3, 2023 by way0utwest

Software development can be a challenge for each of us with lots of demands and the need to ensure your code solves a problem correctly, efficiently, and completely. Juggling the workload by yourself is one thing, but add in a … Continue reading →

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Republish: Not Useless Features

Posted on November 1, 2023 by way0utwest

I’m in San Francisco as part of the Database DevOps Rocks Tour. I’ve had fun taking pictures for the events and managed to make 4 of the previous events. This is my 5th and the 6th for me is Seattle … Continue reading →

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Degree Apprenticeships

Posted on October 30, 2023 by way0utwest

I enjoyed my time in college, and I learned a great deal. While I do think that the time helped me grow, I also recognize that I was always a good student and the cost of my working through that … Continue reading →

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