Anthony E. Nocentino
@nocentino.com
Senior Principal Field Solution Architect @purestorage | Microsoft Data Platform MVP | SQL Server | Kubernetes | Storage | Azure | Ex-Centino Systems
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Fun (well, for me :-) ) on a Friday....looking at startup scripts in SQL Server containers
dbafromthecold.com/2026/01/23/s...
#sqlserver #sql2025 #containers #kubernetes
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#sqlserver #sql2025 #containers #kubernetes
January 23, 2026 at 1:22 PM
Fun (well, for me :-) ) on a Friday....looking at startup scripts in SQL Server containers
dbafromthecold.com/2026/01/23/s...
#sqlserver #sql2025 #containers #kubernetes
dbafromthecold.com/2026/01/23/s...
#sqlserver #sql2025 #containers #kubernetes
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SQL Server 2025 is "AI-Ready", and you should be too: training.erikdarling.com/get-ai-ready...
Get AI-Ready With Erik
Vector search is landing in your SQL Server whether you invited it or not. You don't have to know how it works - you just have to know how to work with it. Learn semantic search, embeddings, VECTOR ty...
training.erikdarling.com
December 19, 2025 at 2:27 PM
SQL Server 2025 is "AI-Ready", and you should be too: training.erikdarling.com/get-ai-ready...
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Just LOOK at this awesome marketing email I got from our FabCon/SQLCon team today. Tech Conferences is KILLIN IT.
The agenda went live today. Congrats to ALL the speakers that were selected. Check it out aka.ms/fabcon-agenda Register today!
#FabCon #SQLCon #SQLServer #MicrosoftFabric #PowerBI
The agenda went live today. Congrats to ALL the speakers that were selected. Check it out aka.ms/fabcon-agenda Register today!
#FabCon #SQLCon #SQLServer #MicrosoftFabric #PowerBI
December 17, 2025 at 2:15 AM
Just LOOK at this awesome marketing email I got from our FabCon/SQLCon team today. Tech Conferences is KILLIN IT.
The agenda went live today. Congrats to ALL the speakers that were selected. Check it out aka.ms/fabcon-agenda Register today!
#FabCon #SQLCon #SQLServer #MicrosoftFabric #PowerBI
The agenda went live today. Congrats to ALL the speakers that were selected. Check it out aka.ms/fabcon-agenda Register today!
#FabCon #SQLCon #SQLServer #MicrosoftFabric #PowerBI
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We're back! Join us for summer in Dublin!
Call for speakers: Data Céilí 2026 - https://us7.campaign-archive.com/?u=b8db1e2ab2a0ee1aa69c8bb27&id=1d46345b6c
December 14, 2025 at 7:06 PM
We're back! Join us for summer in Dublin!
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New blog post...A first look at SQL Server running in KubeVirt
dbafromthecold.com/2025/12/02/r...
#sqlserver #kubernetes #containers #sql2025 #vmware
dbafromthecold.com/2025/12/02/r...
#sqlserver #kubernetes #containers #sql2025 #vmware
December 2, 2025 at 12:30 PM
New blog post...A first look at SQL Server running in KubeVirt
dbafromthecold.com/2025/12/02/r...
#sqlserver #kubernetes #containers #sql2025 #vmware
dbafromthecold.com/2025/12/02/r...
#sqlserver #kubernetes #containers #sql2025 #vmware
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Announcing SQL Con 2026, the premier Microsoft SQL Community Conference, co-located with the Microsoft Fabric Community Conference (FabCon) from March 16–20, 2026!
Check out Shireesh Thota's blog with the details
techcommunity.microsoft.com/blog/sqlserv...
Check out Shireesh Thota's blog with the details
techcommunity.microsoft.com/blog/sqlserv...
Announcing SQLCon 2026: Better Together with FabCon! | Microsoft Community Hub
We’re thrilled to unveil SQLCon 2026, the premier Microsoft SQL Community Conference, co-located with the Microsoft Fabric Community Conference...
techcommunity.microsoft.com
November 3, 2025 at 9:41 PM
Announcing SQL Con 2026, the premier Microsoft SQL Community Conference, co-located with the Microsoft Fabric Community Conference (FabCon) from March 16–20, 2026!
Check out Shireesh Thota's blog with the details
techcommunity.microsoft.com/blog/sqlserv...
Check out Shireesh Thota's blog with the details
techcommunity.microsoft.com/blog/sqlserv...
AI is just an access method to data. Remember it’s the data that matters.
October 12, 2025 at 2:09 AM
AI is just an access method to data. Remember it’s the data that matters.
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It's one day to go until this year's edition of EightKB!
Registration is still open and completely free! So if you fancy a day of free SQL Server internals training, check us out here:
eightkb.online
#sqlserver #sql #eightkb #conferences
Registration is still open and completely free! So if you fancy a day of free SQL Server internals training, check us out here:
eightkb.online
#sqlserver #sql #eightkb #conferences
EIGHTKB - The SQL Server Internals Conference
A virtual MS Data Platform conference focusing on SQL Server internals.
eightkb.online
August 20, 2025 at 8:22 AM
It's one day to go until this year's edition of EightKB!
Registration is still open and completely free! So if you fancy a day of free SQL Server internals training, check us out here:
eightkb.online
#sqlserver #sql #eightkb #conferences
Registration is still open and completely free! So if you fancy a day of free SQL Server internals training, check us out here:
eightkb.online
#sqlserver #sql #eightkb #conferences
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A Deeper Look Inside Semantic Search in SQL Server 2025. Thanks to @nocentino.com for the code. #sqlserver #azuresql #sqlserver2025 redmondmag.com/articles/202...
SQL Server 2025 Brings AI-Powered Semantic Search to Local and Cloud Data -- Redmondmag.com
A new SQL Server 2025 feature lets organizations run vector-based semantic searches on their own data, connecting to local or cloud-hosted AI models without relying on massive general-purpose LLMs.
redmondmag.com
August 12, 2025 at 7:06 PM
A Deeper Look Inside Semantic Search in SQL Server 2025. Thanks to @nocentino.com for the code. #sqlserver #azuresql #sqlserver2025 redmondmag.com/articles/202...
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Two weeks to go until this year's edition of EightKB...the world's biggest SQL Server internals conference!
Registration is completely free...you can sign up here...
eightkb.online
#eightkb #sqlserver
Registration is completely free...you can sign up here...
eightkb.online
#eightkb #sqlserver
August 7, 2025 at 9:38 AM
Two weeks to go until this year's edition of EightKB...the world's biggest SQL Server internals conference!
Registration is completely free...you can sign up here...
eightkb.online
#eightkb #sqlserver
Registration is completely free...you can sign up here...
eightkb.online
#eightkb #sqlserver
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Fix your SQL database design with T-SQL static code analysis:
- add build validation and static code analysis to schema and scripts
- use community provided analyzer rules
- create and share your own rules
Join me on August 21 to learn more
- add build validation and static code analysis to schema and scripts
- use community provided analyzer rules
- create and share your own rules
Join me on August 21 to learn more
EIGHTKB - The SQL Server Internals Conference
A virtual MS Data Platform conference focusing on SQL Server internals.
buff.ly
July 29, 2025 at 1:36 PM
Fix your SQL database design with T-SQL static code analysis:
- add build validation and static code analysis to schema and scripts
- use community provided analyzer rules
- create and share your own rules
Join me on August 21 to learn more
- add build validation and static code analysis to schema and scripts
- use community provided analyzer rules
- create and share your own rules
Join me on August 21 to learn more
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Async I/O on Linux in databases https://blog.canoozie.net/async-i-o-on-linux-and-durability/ (https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44622454)
Async I/O on Linux and durability
I've been working on a complex multi-model database for a few weeks now, and recently I took time to simplify and test out an idea I had on a simple key-value database. I started with the basics: A hash table in memory, a simple append-only log for persistence and durability,
blog.canoozie.net
July 20, 2025 at 8:17 AM
Async I/O on Linux in databases https://blog.canoozie.net/async-i-o-on-linux-and-durability/ (https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=44622454)
EightKB is back. Happening 21 August, EightKB brings you Level 400–500 sessions from top experts across the globe.
Register here: eightkb.online
These deep dive sessions delivered by some of the best in the community.
Register here: eightkb.online
These deep dive sessions delivered by some of the best in the community.
July 16, 2025 at 6:08 AM
EightKB is back. Happening 21 August, EightKB brings you Level 400–500 sessions from top experts across the globe.
Register here: eightkb.online
These deep dive sessions delivered by some of the best in the community.
Register here: eightkb.online
These deep dive sessions delivered by some of the best in the community.
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Hey everyone, the CfP for EightKB 2025 is closing at the end of the month!
If you have a session you want to go deeper into, this is the event for you!
sessionize.com/eightkb-augu...
If you have a session you want to go deeper into, this is the event for you!
sessionize.com/eightkb-augu...
May 26, 2025 at 9:44 AM
Hey everyone, the CfP for EightKB 2025 is closing at the end of the month!
If you have a session you want to go deeper into, this is the event for you!
sessionize.com/eightkb-augu...
If you have a session you want to go deeper into, this is the event for you!
sessionize.com/eightkb-augu...
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I've written a lot of sentences in my writing career,but this is one of my favorites: "Even in an era where we're too focused on AI and analytics, operational databases still record business-critical transactions like sales orders, stock trades, and bank transactions" redmondmag.com/articles/202...
Why Microsoft Is Still Betting Big on SQL Server in a Cloud-First World -- Redmondmag.com
Microsoft's continued focus on SQL Server 2025 highlights the lasting demand for on-premises and hybrid deployments that prioritize performance, control and flexibility for enterprise workloads.
redmondmag.com
May 23, 2025 at 7:38 PM
I've written a lot of sentences in my writing career,but this is one of my favorites: "Even in an era where we're too focused on AI and analytics, operational databases still record business-critical transactions like sales orders, stock trades, and bank transactions" redmondmag.com/articles/202...
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May 22, 2025 at 12:49 PM
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Hey speakers...the EightKB 2025 call for speakers is open!
Want to dive deep into a subject? Do as many demos as you want? Take questions after your session?
EightKB is the conference for you!
sessionize.com/eightkb-augu...
Want to dive deep into a subject? Do as many demos as you want? Take questions after your session?
EightKB is the conference for you!
sessionize.com/eightkb-augu...
April 24, 2025 at 3:48 PM
Hey speakers...the EightKB 2025 call for speakers is open!
Want to dive deep into a subject? Do as many demos as you want? Take questions after your session?
EightKB is the conference for you!
sessionize.com/eightkb-augu...
Want to dive deep into a subject? Do as many demos as you want? Take questions after your session?
EightKB is the conference for you!
sessionize.com/eightkb-augu...
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We'll also give you an unbranded recording of your session that you can use however you'd like!
No sponsors, no slide template, no pressure!
We want you experts to focus on the topic and enjoy presenting a subject you're passionate about!
No sponsors, no slide template, no pressure!
We want you experts to focus on the topic and enjoy presenting a subject you're passionate about!
Some amazing sessions coming in! THANK YOU
Still tonnes of time left...if you've ever wanted to dive deep in a topic, wanted a conference that'll let you decide how long you want to speak, and whether to take questions during or after...EightKB is YOUR conference!
sessionize.com/eightkb-2024/
Still tonnes of time left...if you've ever wanted to dive deep in a topic, wanted a conference that'll let you decide how long you want to speak, and whether to take questions during or after...EightKB is YOUR conference!
sessionize.com/eightkb-2024/
EightKB August 2024: Call for Speakers
One of the most successful online SQL Server conferences around is back!EightKB focuses on delivering deep dive internals content you just can't get a...
sessionize.com
March 19, 2025 at 6:45 PM
We'll also give you an unbranded recording of your session that you can use however you'd like!
No sponsors, no slide template, no pressure!
We want you experts to focus on the topic and enjoy presenting a subject you're passionate about!
No sponsors, no slide template, no pressure!
We want you experts to focus on the topic and enjoy presenting a subject you're passionate about!
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Some amazing sessions coming in! THANK YOU
Still tonnes of time left...if you've ever wanted to dive deep in a topic, wanted a conference that'll let you decide how long you want to speak, and whether to take questions during or after...EightKB is YOUR conference!
sessionize.com/eightkb-2024/
Still tonnes of time left...if you've ever wanted to dive deep in a topic, wanted a conference that'll let you decide how long you want to speak, and whether to take questions during or after...EightKB is YOUR conference!
sessionize.com/eightkb-2024/
EightKB August 2024: Call for Speakers
One of the most successful online SQL Server conferences around is back!EightKB focuses on delivering deep dive internals content you just can't get a...
sessionize.com
March 19, 2025 at 6:43 PM
Some amazing sessions coming in! THANK YOU
Still tonnes of time left...if you've ever wanted to dive deep in a topic, wanted a conference that'll let you decide how long you want to speak, and whether to take questions during or after...EightKB is YOUR conference!
sessionize.com/eightkb-2024/
Still tonnes of time left...if you've ever wanted to dive deep in a topic, wanted a conference that'll let you decide how long you want to speak, and whether to take questions during or after...EightKB is YOUR conference!
sessionize.com/eightkb-2024/
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March 17, 2025 at 1:22 PM
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Calling all #sqlfamily members, and anyone else who loves the nerdy internals of #SQLServer - the #EightKB 2025 call for speakers is now open!!
EightKB August 2025: Call for Speakers
One of the most successful online SQL Server conferences around is back!EightKB focuses on delivering deep dive internals content you just can't get a...
sessionize.com
March 17, 2025 at 2:28 PM
Calling all #sqlfamily members, and anyone else who loves the nerdy internals of #SQLServer - the #EightKB 2025 call for speakers is now open!!
Monica is the best performance tuner on the planet. Period.
Just wrapped up a 3yr performance tuning engagement where I optimized queries, eliminated bottlenecks & gave the client a faster, more efficient SQL Server. Now I’ve got availability for a new project! If slow queries, CPU spikes, or performance mysteries are holding you back, let’s talk DM me
March 7, 2025 at 4:35 PM
Monica is the best performance tuner on the planet. Period.
Here's a new blog post on automating multi-array snapshots, the fourth in my SQL Server 2022 T-SQL Snapshot Backup series.
I share a script that creates an application-consistent snapshot across two FlashArrays and restores it in milliseconds.
www.nocentino.com/posts/2025-0...
I share a script that creates an application-consistent snapshot across two FlashArrays and restores it in milliseconds.
www.nocentino.com/posts/2025-0...
February 2, 2025 at 11:11 AM
Here's a new blog post on automating multi-array snapshots, the fourth in my SQL Server 2022 T-SQL Snapshot Backup series.
I share a script that creates an application-consistent snapshot across two FlashArrays and restores it in milliseconds.
www.nocentino.com/posts/2025-0...
I share a script that creates an application-consistent snapshot across two FlashArrays and restores it in milliseconds.
www.nocentino.com/posts/2025-0...
Just finished recording my next Kubernetes course for Pluralsight! Stay tuned—Keep an eye out for the release! #Kubernetes #Pluralsight
January 25, 2025 at 8:54 PM
Just finished recording my next Kubernetes course for Pluralsight! Stay tuned—Keep an eye out for the release! #Kubernetes #Pluralsight