Tag Archives: administration

Fear Fear

Posted on June 5, 2013 by way0utwest

I’m a conservative DBA. I get nervous when backups aren’t running, code isn’t in source control, and developers have access to production systems. I’ve had too many late night pages and weekend phone calls, not to mention many extra hours … Continue reading →

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The Speed of Azure

Posted on May 30, 2013 by way0utwest

As database administrators we seem to be slow to embrace new technologies and paradigms. There was a lack of enthhusiasm from DBAs for SANs years ago, and virtual machines more recently, at a time when many other technology professioanls were … Continue reading →

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Starting with Azure

Posted on May 23, 2013 by way0utwest

I’ve been meaning to do this, and I finally had the chance recently to start working with Azure. Red Gate is investing in cloud tools, and more development tools, so it’s something I need to work on. I went to … Continue reading →

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Customizing SSMS–Results

Posted on April 15, 2013 by way0utwest

This is a short series on some customizations in SSMS to make it visually more appealing. As a presenter, I’ve learned how to change the way Management Studio (SSMS) looks to make it easier for people to see the screen … Continue reading →

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