For the past two years, I have had the honor and privilege or authoring SSIS Design Patterns alongside Jessica Moss, Michelle Ufford, Tim Mitchell, and Matt Masson. Publication of the book – like many projects of this scope – has been delayed. The current publication date is 27 Aug 2012 and I have high confidence in this date. I take ...

I am honored to present SSIS Design Patterns (Part 1) and Database Design for Developers at SQL Saturday #48 in Columbia SC one week from tomorrow; Saturday 2 Oct 2010! Brian Kelley (blog | @kbriankelley), Allan Cothran (@AHCothran), Bobby Dimmick (@kr4ster), Landon Luesing, Tore Bostrup, and Bobby Heid are putting the finishing touches on a ...

Introduction I'm borrowing an idea and blog post title from Brent Ozar (Blog - @BrentO). I am honored the PASS Summit 2010 (Seattle, 8 - 11 Nov 2010) would consider allowing me to present. It's a truly awesome event. If you have an opportunity to attend and read this blog, please find me and introduce yourself. If you've built a cool ...