SQL Haiku

Poetry and SQL. I finished 2nd.  I could not afford paying for another trip to Seattle anyway. But I will take being a notable mention….


Sensing a Trend

I am sensing a trend in my teaching schedule. Sept 3rd – 2778: Writing Queries Using Microsoft SQL Server 2008 Sept 8th –  20411: Administering…


Online Proctored Exams

Microsoft and Pearson VUE are on a mission together to make our certifications more convenient and accessible. Starting today, if you are a U.S. resident…


Microsoft Study Groups

Are you studying for an Exam? Is there an area you have questions? Join others just like yourself with the Microsoft Certification Study Groups  Full…


Good Night Seattle!

What a fun and rewarding week it has been at the MCT Summit. It was great to see many friends again and make some new…


Busy day at the MCT Summit

My presentation on Group Policies 101 started right after lunch. And it was about 101 degrees in the room. I think it went pretty well…


Windows 9 is near?

As Paul Thurrott mentions here, “Windows 8 usage trails even that of Windows Vista during the same timeframe after its launch. And Vista was previously…


Important Info about MS Exams

Effective immediately, Microsoft is partnering with Pearson VUE to bring you new location and appointment options when scheduling your exams. (You can still take our exams at…


24 Hours of PASS – September

Remember tomorrow is another 24 hours of PASS. This is the Preview Edition of what is to come at the Professional Assocation of SQL Server (PASS) Summit in…