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SQL Server 2016 Tools

This Data Driven session, goes over a brief overview of new featutes in SQL Server Management Studio and SQL Server Data Tools coming in SQL Server 2016. They also highlight topics such as new monthly updates, query analysis improvements, Wizard and Dashboard support for Standard Edition Availability Groups, the connection…


Intro to Stretch Databases

Beginning with SQL Server 2016 you will have the ability to store portions of a database in the cloud. This new ability is known as Stretch Database and the feature will be beneficial to those needing to keep transactional data for long periods of time and those looking to save…


SQL Server 2016 Webcast

Register and attend this live webcast on April 12th, 2016 hosted by Microsoft Technology Strategist Onur Dogruoz, You will learn about the enhanced performance features, complete cloud integration, and industry-leading security tools that are built in to SQL Server 2016. Stretch database: Migrate your historical data dynamically and transparently to the…


Free SQL Server 2014

Exciting news! Starting today, SQL Server 2014 Developer Edition is now a free download for Visual Studio Dev Essentials members. Microsoft is making this change so that all developers can leverage the capabilities that SQL Server 2014 has to offer for their data solution, and this is another step in making…


Azure Periodic Table

Do you want to learn what all the different pieces of Azure are available. Well, here is a  Clickable version of the Azure Periodic table. This is an excellent resource to get you started in the Azure world.


March 2016 MCT Update

It is time for a long overdue MCT update. First of all you may noticed that we are now just under 10,000 active Microsoft Certified Trainers out there in the world. Click here if you would like to see the breakdown by country. . Next up, the new Microsoft Official…


Top 10 Server 2016 Features

Looking to get caught up on what to look for in Windows Server 2016? Then you’re in luck. IT Pro contributor John Savill has an extensive rundown of the top ten features in Windows Server 2016, from Active Directory upgrades to Nano Server.


Windows SysInternals

Recently, I was downloading ZoomIT from the TechNet SysInternals website and noticed all the other awesome utilities available. It made me wonder if there was any training on any of these tools. And sure enough, Microsoft Virtual Academy has one on Utilizing SysInternals Tools for Windows Client. It is definitely worth…


Data Driven Virtual Conference

Companies that transform data into intelligent action are outperforming their competitors and will be the businesses of the future. Hear Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella and customers share how data insights are driving business transformation at the Data Driven Virtual Conference. Microsoft leaders will also share how customers are embracing data…


SQL Server on Linux

Microsoft announced plans to bring SQL Server to Linux. This will enable SQL Server to deliver a consistent data platform across Windows Server and Linux, as well as on-premises and cloud. Microsoft is bringing the core relational database capabilities to preview today, and are targeting availability in mid-2017. SQL Server on…