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New blog post:
SSMS 22 Preview 3 comes with some promissing features and improvements.
And the startup speed has finally been noticeably improved
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SQL Server Management Studio 22 Preview 3 - first impressions
SQL Server Management Studio 22 Preview 3 was released 2 days ago, so I took it out for a spin and here are my first impressions so far.
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October 17, 2025 at 8:01 PM
One SQL instance can query and manage external databases using a SQL Server Linked Server. It facilitates heterogeneous connections, streamlines cross-database activities, and improves data integration.
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Top 5 Best use: SQL Server Linked Server - MadeSimpleMSSQL
Discover every aspect of SQL Server Linked Server, including setup, best practices, performance tweaking, and troubleshooting.
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June 4, 2025 at 5:53 PM
+1 RT @SQLDBA: @AaronBertrand No, you didn't click the link because @MladenPrajdic has earned a reputation! LOL
December 4, 2024 at 5:39 AM
New blog post:
Covering system object changes in SQL Server 2025 versus 2022, as well as differences in the install kit.
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System object changes in SQL Server 2025 vs 2022
This post covers system object changes in SQL Server 2025 versus 2022 that I was able to find as well as differences in the install kit.
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May 25, 2025 at 6:52 PM
Blog post from the past:
In which I address improper linked server configurations and their potential impact, as well as recommendations for securing SQL Server linked servers.
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Securing SQL Server linked servers
In this post I address improper security configurations and their impact, as well as recommendations for securing SQL Server linked servers.
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September 11, 2025 at 6:42 PM
Optimizing query performance requires maintaining current SQL Server statistics. Let's Explore Deeply:

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April 3, 2025 at 5:07 PM
+1 RT @SQLDBA: @erinstellato @rob_farley @aschenbrenner I think we need to do a "#sqlcoffee from around the world" club at the Summit
December 4, 2024 at 4:37 PM
.@SQLDBA Never seen a shuttle landing before. Pretty nifty! http://www.nasa.gov/multimedia/nasatv/
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December 3, 2024 at 5:36 AM
Windows and Linux, yes. Physical and virtual. RT @SQLDBA: @vickyharp That's Windows Server backups, not SQL Server, right? #Idera
November 18, 2024 at 4:49 AM
If you're a #SQLDBA in the #Issaquah area, Costco are hiring (looks like hybrid role with 3 days a week in the office) - www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/37... #sqljobs
December 1, 2023 at 7:09 PM
In this post I cover what the ASYNC_NETWORK_IO wait type is, when it occurs, how applications cause it in SQL Server, I use #PowerShell to cause the wait, and walk through troubleshooting it.
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How apps cause ASYNC_NETWORK_IO waits in SQL Server
In this post I cover what the ASYNC_NETWORK_IO wait type is, when it occurs, and applications cause ASYNC_NETWORK_IO waits in SQL Server.
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January 24, 2025 at 7:25 PM
New blog post:
Which outlines a list of feedback items for SSMS 21 that I believe should be addressed before it goes GA.

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My wish list for SSMS 21
This post outlines a list of feedback items for SSMS 21 that I believe should be addressed before SSMS goes GA.
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May 7, 2025 at 4:54 PM
New blog post:
Covering the install process of SQL Server 2025 Preview and some first impressions, especially on the new Standard Developer Edition
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SQL Server 2025 Preview - installation and first impressions
SQL Server 2025 Preview was announced Monday during Microsoft's Build conference, here's the installation process and my first impressions
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May 22, 2025 at 4:41 PM
@grrl_geek @SQLDBA thanks! Yeah kept it kinda quiet for now
November 25, 2024 at 7:53 AM
To top off 2024, I've put together a list of my most popular blog posts in 2024.
Thanks for all the clicks, likes and shares!

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Most popular blog posts in 2024
Since 2024 is coming to an end, I figured I should make a round-up, similar to Brent Ozar's, outlining the most popular blog posts this year
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December 31, 2024 at 3:01 PM
New blog post:
In which I address a weird misconception floating around LinkedIn and reddit that SQL Server CTEs somehow store results in either memory or tempdb.

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No, SQL Server CTEs do not store results
There's this weird misconception floating around LinkedIn and reddit that SQL Server CTEs somehow store results in either memory or tempdb.
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July 28, 2025 at 5:14 PM
That last tweet is a gem from @SQLDBA posted on @Mike_Fal's blog.
December 1, 2024 at 6:56 AM
@bobbeauch @kekline @sqldba I was, of course, kidding.
November 24, 2024 at 12:33 PM
+1 RT @NoelMcKinney: @SQLDBA free food & drinks don't bring me to UG meetings, wouldn't have an impact on me
December 2, 2024 at 6:41 PM
+1 RT @SQLDBA: @StrateSQL Dropbox?
December 1, 2024 at 2:43 PM
Hey @sqldba what's a good OTA HDTV antenna? I bought a $20 one at Amazon and...it didn't antenna very well.
November 19, 2024 at 5:57 AM
Blog post from the past:
In which I show a few examples of implicit conversions in SQL Server and the impact they can have on query performance
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What are implicit conversions in SQL Server?
In this post I show a few examples of implicit conversions in SQL Server and the impact they can have on query performance.
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August 15, 2025 at 11:48 AM