New SQL Server Show Posted SelectViews – The Weekly SQL Server Show – SelectViews: SQL Server 2008 Release Thoughts, Microsoft TechEd Split, 60-Second SQL Server Tip and More. Also: Upcoming Events, Our Drawing Winner for Feb., Current Release Versions, The Discussion List Watch and Other Goodies about SQL Server. > Watch the show here Webcast Tuesday – Register Now! Managing […]

New Approach to Backup Acronis has been working hard to address some traditional issues with backup and recovery approaches for SQL Server. While it’s possible to do the whole database and transaction log dump and restore cycle to recover a system, Acronis has gone a step farther. They’ve created tools that help you recover to the point of failure – […]

Featured Article(s) Troubleshooting Linked Servers in SQL Server 2005 In this article, Alexander Chigrik explains some problems with SQL Server 2005 linked servers. He also tells how you can resolve these problems. Importing Data? Cool Blog Posting Our friends at DataDefractor have a blog that talks about all sorts of tips for importing and massaging data for your system. I’ve […]

Great New Books in the Book Directory Three new books from IBM Press – and more – http://bitonthewire.wpengine.com/book_directory – if you’re looking from some great references and especially these new titles focused on DB2 – you should check out the book directory. Take a look at the new DB2 titles: – DB2 9 for Linux, UNIX, and Windows Sixth Edition: […]

Latest SQL Server Show, SelectViews, Posted Today’s show is a sample session from the virtual conference – TSQL101 – this session is an intro primer into using TSQL. Find out about the basics, see a sample session from the conference and, while you’re at it, pencil in that third week in June… > Watch Here Also Available [Watch] SQLonCall – […]

Latest SQL Server Show, SelectViews, Posted Today’s show is a sample session from the virtual conference – TSQL101 – this session is an intro primer into using TSQL. Find out about the basics, see a sample session from the conference and, while you’re at it, pencil in that third week in June… > Watch Here Also Available [Watch] SQLonCall – […]

Catch the Latest Shows [Watch] SQLonCall – all about conferences [Watch] SelectViews – a new idea, tips, tricks and SQL Server goodies Featured Article(s) Tips for Improving ASP.NET Application Performance The performance of web applications has always been a major concern for application developers. It is one of the most important factors that we need to take care of. When […]

SQLonCall Show Posted On the show today – a look at conferences and what they can offer, what you should look for. Find out about different things you can expect and the pros and cons of going to conferences. > Watch The Show Here Featured Article(s) Tips for using SQL Server 2005 stored procedures Here are some helpful tips to […]

DMReview – Opening The Portal DMReview has had some great resources on business intelligence and how the IT world works through issues – from compliance to industry trends, to information about industry moves, you can find a great series of resources on DMReview. Register for your free access here. Working with Management and Best Practices Last week I wrote asking […]

Featured Article(s) Offline Cube Files How to report against an Analysis Services cube without a connection to the server? MS Excel provides the concept of Offline Cubes to facilitate this need. Microsoft Certified IT Pro Working on the new certification? Interested in it? You’ll want to take a look at LearnKey’s interactive Video Training – it’s a great way to […]