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Tag: speaking

  • Local LLM Models at SQL Saturday Boston 2025

    I’m starting a long trip at Boston this weekend. I’ll be there Saturday speaking, two sessions I think. At least one.

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    I’m excited for this session as I’ve had a good time playing with LLMs and hope I can make this interesting for the attendees.

    I got asked to also talk about the Data API Builder, but Sessionize doesn’t have that updated, so I’ll be double checking that session today.

    Hopefully I see you there. It’s a great schedule, with some talented speakers. There is also a precon from Brent on Friday.

    Register today and I’ll see you in the Boston area on Saturday.

  • Join Other Database Pros Coming to the Netherlands

    In a few weeks I’ll be heading to Amsterdam for a few events. I’ll be working for a day before a short train ride down to Utrecht, a place I’ve never been and am looking forward to visiting.

    It’s a packed week with PASS On Tour, the Redgate Summit, and Data Saturday Holland. If you live in the EU, this is an easy way to learn a lot about different aspects of databases, see what others are working on or concerned about, and network with fellow professionals.

    Plus it’s in the Netherlands. I’ve never been to Utrecht, but my wife and I love Amsterdam. In fact, she’s meeting me there and we’ll likely spend a few days before taking a holiday.

    The PASS On Tour and Redgate Summits in New York were great. Lots of interesting talks, good conversations and questions, and some fantastic networking. Looking forward to the same in the Netherlands.

    Register today and join me for a short week of database discussions in October.

  • BBQ in Dallas (and a little database talk)

    Who wants to get some great BBQ in Dallas next month? Last time I was there, I went to Terry Black’s BBQ. It was amazing.

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    In just a couple of weeks the PASS Data Community Summit goes on Tour in Dallas, with 2 days of learning on Monday and Tuesday. The next day is the Redgate Software Summit, where we discuss lots of important and pertinent topics with myself, fellow advocates, and industry experts. We also have a separate track for Redgate software demos, tutorials, and presentations.

    Come join me at one or both events, and tell your co-workers. It will be a fun few days in Dallas. I don’t know if I’ll get to Terry Black’s, but I’ll be looking for some pit BBQ.

  • Just a few weeks to PASS on Tour and the Redgate Summit

    It’s just a few weeks until the PASS Summit on Tour in New York City. This is the first event in the series, and I’m excited to go back to New York City this year. I’ve been there a few times and this time my wife is coming so we can take a little vacation around the event.

    You can register here and come see some amazing speakers on Aug 18-19, 2025 for the PASS Summit. Aug 20 is the Redgate Summit, where we’ll be talking about our direction, research, and products. Make it a week and come to both events.