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The Importance of New Speakers–#NewStarNovember

Posted on November 14, 2022 by way0utwest

Many of us have learned how to research and get new information online. I certainly think the written word, whether from formal articles at places like SQL Server Central or from an individual’s blog, is very important to many of … Continue reading →

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Losing Skills Because of Automation

Posted on November 11, 2022 by way0utwest

When I was younger, it seemed that everyone I worked with in technology knew how to build a computer. Most knew how to work with a BIOS, were comfortable with command lines, and could assemble complex compiler directives into a … Continue reading →

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Deciding to Submit to Conferences–#NewStarNovember

Posted on November 8, 2022 by way0utwest

I wrote about getting started last week, with invitations from others. I think the first time I actually made my own submission was to the Indy Tech Fest in 2007. At the time, Andy Warren and I were in SQL … Continue reading →

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Goal Progress for Oct 2022

Posted on November 4, 2022 by way0utwest

I set goals at the beginning of the year, and I’m tracking my progress in these updates during 2022. Another month of busy stuff. Prepping for the Data Community Summit and 3 travel trips. Gone from home for 11 days, … Continue reading →

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