Week 1 of the November 2015 SQL New Blogger Challenge is behind us, and I saw some great posts. Now, start thinking ahead to Week 2! If you need an idea of what to write, it never hurts to follow the crowd. One of the traditions we have in the SQL Server community is T-SQL […]
Ed Leighton-Dick helps small and midsize businesses solve their most challenging database performance, resiliency, and data security issues at Kingfisher Data, the consulting firm he founded in 2014. He has taught thousands of people at over 200 events, including the world's largest Microsoft data platform conferences, and he has been a leader in the Microsoft data community since 2008. Microsoft has recognized Ed seven times as a Data Platform MVP for his expertise and service to the data community.
PASS Summit 2015 Highlights
The week of the PASS Summit is always one of the highlights of my year. Even though I keep connected with the community throughout the year, I love getting together with so many friends, both old and new, at this annual gathering of data professionals in one of my favorite cities, Seattle.
SQL New Blogger Challenge, Week 1: Just write!
It’s already time for week 1 of this round of the SQL New Blogger Challenge! I have to admit that it snuck up on me this time. That doesn’t matter so much, honestly. The important thing is to write something so you can build the habit. So what are you writing about? Here are a […]
SQL New Blogger Challenge: Looking back… and a new challenge!
A little over six months ago, I suggested the SQL New Blogger Challenge. I thought that maybe a few people would participate, but wow! The response was tremendous. When all was said and done, 40 people participated in the challenge, and that doesn’t include those experienced bloggers that lent their support. Many of those have continued […]
October speaking schedule: Two Saturdays and a Summit
October is going to be a very busy month for me! Three conferences and a pre-con are on the agenda. This weekend, on October 3, I’ll be in Kansas City for SQLSaturday #444. This will be my third trip to KC for their event, and it’s always a treat. I’ll be speaking at 9:00a about […]