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Those Who Can, Do

There was a time I considered staying in college, getting a masters or PhD and teaching others. I still might follow that path at some point since I enjoy speaking and teaching others how to better work with SQL Server. At some … Continue reading

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The First Event of 2013 – SQL Saturday #183 – Albuquerque

I’ll be delivering the Modern Resume presentation at SQL Saturday #183 in Albuquerque, NM on February 9, 2013. I got my acceptance today and replied that I’ll be there. This is the first SQL Saturday in New Mexico, which is … Continue reading

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Test Your Restores

I was talking with someone the other night about their database systems and they mentioned they had implemented TDE (Transparent Data Encryption) to comply with HIPAA regulations. This person had verified that they were backing up the Database Encryption Key, … Continue reading

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Grow Your Skills

The cloud is scary. Without a doubt the idea of outsourcing parts of your organization’s technology department should concern you if you manage systems. Anything outsourced, whether to another firm or automation, means there is less work for you to do. Even … Continue reading

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