SQL Server Startup Options

Startup options designate certain file locations needed during startup, and specify some server wide conditions. Most users do not need to specify startup options unless…


Release of SQL Server 2016

SQL Server 2016 is finally here. The quickest way to experience the magic of SQL Server 2016 is to create a test environment using an…


Managing SQL Transaction Logs

SQL Server databases consist of two physical files types; the data file in which the data and the database objects such as tables and indexes…


SQL Starter Track

The SQL Saturday team of Indianapolis would like to introduce the SQL Starter Track. An entire track of FREE sessions geared towards the ABSOLUTE BEGINNER….


Desired State Configuration

Desired State Configuration is a PowerShell extension that ships with Windows Server 2012 R2 and Windows 8.1. Why is PowerShell Desired State Configuration (DSC) so…


Class Distribution

I could only go back 12 years, but I was curious what percentage of my students took each of my classes. If I could have…


SQL Server 2016 Preview

Here is a Sneak Peek Preview of SQL Server 2016 and Cortana Intelligence by Tim Ford at SQL Server Magazine.The biggest features in the new…


PowerShell Video Training

People frequently ask, “Where can I learn more about PowerShell?” Today’s post will highlight popular video training options available directly from Microsoft. Click here for…


Final College Update

So I have not done a college update in about 6 months. Due to a few work projects, I had to push back my last…