Fascination has always been with me when thinking of developing local talent. It has helped me immensely in my career both as an attendee, presenter, chapter leader, and more. One can glean immense value from becoming involved in a local UG (user group), whether by the connections made in networking, friendships formed, or learning something … Continue reading The Power of User Groups
Author: Chris Yates
T-SQL Tuesday #141 Work/Life Balance
This month’s T-SQL Tuesday is hosted by TJay Belt (@tjaybelt). I find this month’s topic, balancing work and life, intriguing, and after a hiatus of non-blogging, I’m happy that this is my first one back. Like many in tech, I put all I have into what I do. Even to this day, the thirst for … Continue reading T-SQL Tuesday #141 Work/Life Balance
Friend of RedGate 2021
This past month RedGate graciously allowed me to be a part of their Friend of RedGate program. It's been a great seven year run with this program and I have enjoyed the collaboration on their quality of tools they build for the data platform stack. As RedGate eloquently puts it:"The Friends of Redgate program is … Continue reading Friend of RedGate 2021
T-SQL Tuesday #135: The outstanding tools of the trade that make your job awesome
It's been a while since I've posted on a T-SQL Tuesday topic and glad to see the topic being discussed by Mike Bronowski (blog) on tools. Throughout my career, I've worked for companies that have allowed me to utilize some pretty nice tools. Whether they are vendor or community-related there are a plethora of options … Continue reading T-SQL Tuesday #135: The outstanding tools of the trade that make your job awesome
Release Your Inner Synapse
I don't know about you, but as Microsoft has produced the Azure Synapse platform, I see a plethora of needs that could be fulfilled by it. Being in a financial institution I am constantly reminded of the world we live in now and the real need and desired for all things data. The Azure Synapse … Continue reading Release Your Inner Synapse
Friend of Redgate 2020
Last week I was excited to receive an email from Redgate notifying me that I have been renewed for another year as a Friend of Redgate. Our shop has been fortunate enough to have the opportunity to utilize some of these products As for the Friend of Redgate program it has been an amazing journey … Continue reading Friend of Redgate 2020
Why I’m Running For The PASS Board – Again
Hello, it’s amazing to me how fast the past couple of years have gone by as I’ve served on the PASS Board. It has been a journey that has been both rewarding and challenging, but I would not change any of it. At times the challenges have been great, the stress large. Representing the PASS … Continue reading Why I’m Running For The PASS Board – Again
T-SQL Tuesday #119 – Changing Your Mind
This month Alex Yates (B|T) is hosting T-SQL Tuesday which is a monthly blog party started by Adam Machanic (B|T) and co-ordinated by Steve Jones (B|T) The challenge that Alex has proposed this month regarding what have we, as data professionals, changed our mind about over time is a great one. Starting out as a … Continue reading T-SQL Tuesday #119 – Changing Your Mind
Friend of Redgate 2019
The crew at Redgate has deemed me worthy enough to be in their Friend of Redgate program for another year. I continue to be honored an humbled to be a part of something in which I believe in. "The Friends of Redgate program is an exclusive group of influential and active community members, such as … Continue reading Friend of Redgate 2019
SQL Saturday Louisville–Bout That Time
SQL Saturday Louisville is less than a week away!! A lot of hard work has gone into putting on this event by some great organizers and volunteers. It has been awesome to be part of the journey with them. You can check out the event homepage here and if your keen on checking out the … Continue reading SQL Saturday Louisville–Bout That Time
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