John Deardurff

Starting a new role as Worldwide Solution Lead for Data and Apps for Global Delivery that is aimed at improving our delivery of technical workshops.

Explore the insights of Grant Fritchey’s Query Performance Tuning book, now updated for SQL Server 2025. Learn the essentials.

Explore ten tips for teaching technical topics effectively and creating engaging learning environments for your students.

Set up your SQL Server 2025 practice environment with this comprehensive installation guide and explore its new features.

Learn to set up Ollama for SQL Server 2025 and run AI embedding models locally for privacy-sensitive applications.

Prepare effectively for Microsoft Certification Exams by mastering test-taking skills and reducing exam anxiety.

Prepare for the GH-300: GitHub Copilot certification with essential tips and resources to boost your understanding and skills.

Rethink Index Maintenance and Automatic Compaction for SQL Server. Learn why traditional methods may no longer be enough.

Explore the Fabric Data Engineer Associate Certification and understand its key areas for mastering data engineering solutions.

Explore Tokenomics and learn how to optimize AI interactions for cost-effective performance and resource management.

Explore the journey of achieving Copilot Certifications, focusing on AI impact and productivity in the business landscape.

Learn how batching transactions can lead to better performance, reduce blocking, and potentially lower costs in Azure SQL and SQL Server.

Find out how to implement Vector Search SQL Server 2025 for effective, local semantic searches without relying on external services.

Join me as I celebrate my Summer Break, highlighting achievements earned during the first half of the year.

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