While promoting my online virtual class a few days ago, several people asked me about a module that caught their attention – The Lion, The Switch and The Wardrobe. The title of the module was based off of one of the Narnia movies. Since it caught their attention, I started explaining the contents of the module in […]
There are two common types of backups performed on SQL Server databases. The first is the native backup type that is commonly taken using either the out-of-the-box database maintenance plans or a custom backup script. The second type is that which is taken by third-party backup tools – be it an enterprise-wide backup tool or a SQL […]
In a previous blog post, I walked you thru how I built my portable Hyper-V lab using Gigabyte’s GB-BXi5-4570R mini barebone PC. I even had a chance to test it out immediately after getting it all configured. I brought the kit with me to Microsoft’s Big Data Hackathon event in Toronto. And, boy, I surely don’t miss the heavy […]
“Do You Want to Pursue a Career as a SQL Server DBA?”
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As an IT professional, it is important to have a lab environment to play around with – whether you’re a developer writing code or a systems administrator building servers – to test ideas and concepts prior to doing it for reals. Time and time again, I’ve heard folks say how expensive it is to build […]
Back in 2011, I have had the opportunity to do an interview with the folks from Talk TechNet. Keith Combs (Twitter | blog) and Matt Hester (Twitter | blog) were very kind to have me on the show. The main topic of our discussion is focused on how to become a SQL Server DBA. I shared my story on how I became a SQL Server DBA, how to get started when you don’t have a clue about what being a SQL Server DBA is, and some of the tools to get you started.
Being a SQL Server DBA is a great career to pursue, especially in this day and age of massive accumulation and management of data. Whether you’re considering to pursue a career as a SQL Server DBA or are being forced to be one, tune in to the conversation to help you get started.