SSMS Output Window

In my experience, there have been occasions where SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) becomes unresponsive for a length of time. In one particular case, this occurred while I was expanding the list of databases.  SSMS just sat there and waited for some unknown reason and became frustrating. The client eventually did respond and life was […]

Bloggers Should Have Reach

One of my goals for 2018 is to expand the reach of my blog. As a blogger starting out I had my own site I posted to, but my blogs only reached those who followed me on Twitter, Facebook, Google + and LinkedIn. My blog automatically posts to these three sites using a WordPress Jetpack … Continue reading Bloggers Should Have Reach

Maintaining Balance

Last week, I got the chance to give my I’m It Survival Tips for the Lone DBA  in a webcast for the first time thanks to the PASS Women in Technology Virtual Chapter. This is by far my favorite session to give because it’s real life and can pertain to all us. Whether you are a Lone DBA or … Continue reading Maintaining Balance

Azure Infrastructure pre-con ahead of #SQLSatCleveland

SQL Saturday in Cleveland, Ohio is next week, on February 3rd. If you’re in the area or can easily make it there, I hope that you can come out for a great day of free SQL Server training. I enjoy presenting at SQL Saturdays; they’re fun and educational days for speakers and attendees, alike. Last […]

Out with the Old, In with the New

In a few days the year 2017 will come to a close.  The brand new year 2018 is on deck and raring to go. Out with the old, In with the New. This is the time of year where people reflect on the milestones of the previous year.  Resolutions get made, people strive to be […]