Query Optimization Papers
When talking about SQL Performance and Optimization, I always like to point to this excellent post by Benjamin Nevarez where he discusses which sources he used to…
Working with Wait Statistics
A list of favorite blog posts would not be complete without a trip over to SQL Skills and Paul Randal where he asks,”How many times…
Query and Join Hints
Day two of my favorite posts on SQL Server Query Optimization takes us to Simple Talk and a 2009 blog post from Grant Fritchey and Controlling…
What is Parameter Sniffing?
Sometimes there are really great posts that explain a topic so well, it is worth sharing. For this next week, I am going to post…
MVA Challenge 2016
Once again this year, I am signed up for the Microsoft Virtual Academy Challenge. Do you have what it takes to be a rockstar. Do…
SQL Saturday – Nashville
Starting the year off right by travelling down to Nashville to meet up with the #SQLFamily and spread a little information on Batches, Transactions, and…
SQL Saturday – Providence
Ready for one more SQL Saturday event of the year. Final stop will be in Providence, Rhode Island. For those attending, here is the powerpoint…
MCSA: Windows and Linux
Microsoft has also made a commitment to enable choice and support the open source community, allowing customers to leverage the platforms of their choice. To…
MCSA: Windows 10
Microsoft announced the release of the MCSA: Windows 10 certification for IT professionals. This credential demonstrates expertise to configure, manage, and maintain a Windows 10…