Ignite 2015: Certification Central

I just seem to find my way into all the Microsoft Ignite 2015: Certification Central videos. This one was about Certifcation Central. I think the videos are better when they don’t ask me to speak. Be sure to follow Microsoft Learning for more learning resources and event news: https://twitter.com/mslearning and read their…


Atlanta SQL Saturday 2015

This is my Working with Data Types presentation for the SQL Saturday in Atlanta on May 16th, 2015. Some helpful links. Character Data Type Demonstration Integer Data Type Demonstration Date and Time Data Type Demonstration Data Type Conversion Demonstration How Rows are Stored in a Data Page Data Type Precedence SQL…


Mobility Transformed Events

Did you miss Ignite? We are hitting the road and heading to 11 cities across the US. Come join members of the Microsoft product team for interactive discussions & demos at our Mobility Transformed: The Path to Windows 10 event series. Be one of the first to learn tips and…


SQL Server 2016 preview

Satya Nadella, CEO of Microsoft, announced SQL Server 2016, an intelligent platform for a mobile first, cloud first world.  The next major release of Microsoft’s flagship database and analytics platform provides breakthrough performance for mission critical applications and deeper insights on your data across on-premises and cloud. Find out more…


Microsoft Ignite 2016

Friday was the last day for the first annual Microsoft Ignite conference for enterprise and IT professionals. However, the company is already making plans for the second annual event, which will once again be held in Chicago. The dates for the conference will be May 9-13, 2016. Which means MCT…


Meet Exchange Server 2016

Made it to my first Ignite Session of the week – Meet Exchange Server 2016 which builds upon the architecture introduced in Exchange Server 2013, with the continued focus goal of improving the architecture to serve the needs of deployments at all scales.Click here to find out more.


MCT Ambassadors

Very honored to be chosen as an MCT Ambassadors at Microsoft Ignite 2015.  What is an MCT Ambassador? They are a group of experienced IT pros and developers who have built their careers and businesses around learning, teaching, and consulting on various Microsoft (and other) technologies. As Microsoft Certified Trainers (MCT), they…


MCT Day in Chicago

Last September when I attended the MCT Summit, I was asked what one word describes being Microsoft Certified. The first word that immediately sprang into my head was community. Over the years I have met, learned, and worked with hundreds of other professionals within the Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT) community….


SQL Server Exam Prep

Studying for your SQL Server certifications can be a daunting task, but Microsoft has just made it easier for you by offering a complete portfolio of online resources on Microsoft Virtual Academy (MVA). These courses cover SQL Server 2012, along with performance tuning and high availability features of SQL Server…


Working with Data Types

This is my Working with Data Types presentation for the SQL Saturday in Cleveland on February 7th, 2015. Some helpful links. Sample Code from Presentation Character Data Type Demonstration Integer Data Type Demonstration Date and Time Data Type Demonstration Data Type Conversion Demonstration How Rows are Stored in a Data Page…