Editorials

New SelectViews SQL Server Show Posted

New SelectViews SQL Server Show Posted
Today we have specific tips for accidental DBAs to consider, upcoming events and the newsletter watch. Also, the 60-second SQL Server tip of the day, discussion watch and a lot more.

[Watch the show here]

SQLonCall Show Available
Part II of Manager or Leader – what makes a great manager or leader, and which is best for an IT environment? Find out tips for finding the right person for the right position.
[Watch The Show]

Also available:
[Watch] SQLonCall: Manager or Leader
[Watch] SelectViews – SQL Injection Protection and Recovery, Server Protection Approaches

Looking for a Fantastic In-Person Conference?
Look no more! SQL Connections, co-located with ASP, .NET, Visual Studio and other great resource conferences, is coming back to Orlando. SSWUG has a track of speakers there, and there are outstanding technical sessions, great exhibits and a lot more. Get more information here, at their site – be sure to look up Chris Shaw while you’re there and say hello!

Featured Article(s)
Job Creativity
I can not tell you how many times I have been on the news groups or list servers and I see the question, How can we give our staff the ability to view or modify a single job without giving them complete run of the mill?

Did You Know?
Did you know that help with SQL Server is just an email away? Our open to everyone email discussions are an excellent way to ask questions, get help, see what’s going on in the SQL Server world and more. It’s a snap to get signed up, it’s free, and it can really help if you’re looking to keep up with what’s happening with SQL Server, get help when you need it and even offer help when you can. Get more information here at the SSWUG email discussion page – we’ll see you online!

Webinar – Register Now
Creating a Disaster Recovery Plan
We’ll go into the components of a disaster recovery plan, outlining what you need to know to have a solid plan in place. We’ll look at the options and things to consider at the SQL Server and OS levels, as well as other things that can impact your ability to perform a recovery efficiently should something go wrong.

> Register Now
> Live date: 4/14/2008

Drawing Winners
We’ll be awarding prizes from the survey drawings starting today – so keep an eye on your inbox. As we get things awarded, we’ll announce winners here. You need to be sure you watch for the emails – as we’ll need to confirm your contact information so we can get you the goodies. Thanks again for all that responded! It was extremely helpful and we’ve learned a lot about the industry and also about how you’re using SSWUG.org.

Featured White Paper(s)
Easing the Migration to Microsoft SQL Server 2005
Many companies are eager to take advantage of Microsoft SQL Server 2005 and its notable business and technology benefits such… (read more)

SQL Server 2005 – Major New Features
This white paper highlights the new features of SQL Server 2005, including the user interface and the architecture changes, a… (read more)