No. No, you do not need a Biml Framework. In the same way that I do not need a vehicle powered by an internal combustion engine, you do not need a Biml framework. You see, I live about 5 miles from Farmville Virginia. I could walk to town each time my family needs groceries. I could pack as many …
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It Costs Precisely $0.00USD to be Nice
Be nice. We all have bad days. I know I do. It seems like I get interrupted about 1,000 times more when I’m busy than when I’m not busy. Why is that? Is it some vast universal conspiracy to rob me of productive work? Is it all in my head? I am not sure. One …
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I am a Product Manager (No, I’m Not… But I Can Explain)
I was about to click the Publish button for this post about my new role as a product manager when my friend and brother, Scott, called. I mentioned it and Scott said, “You’re not just a product manager. You’re a problem-solver.” Scott is correct. Hence the parentheses in the title of this post. “Is This The …
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One Way to Write a Technical Book
In my previous post titled Writing a Technical Book, I discussed phases of the process of writing a technical book. In this post I share details of my approach to writing a technical book. Review To summarize, the steps for writing a technical book are: Idea Proposal Contract Writing Editing Typesetting Publication How I Write …
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Writing a Technical Book
I am often asked for more information about writing a technical book. As author or co-author of twelve books focused or touching on technology, I consider myself experienced – not an expert. I’ve noticed “ah-ha” moments recently when sharing insights and advice, so I thought I’d write a post about it. I hope that’s ok. …
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Who is Exhibiting at the PASS Summit 2018? Enterprise Data & Analytics, That’s Who!
I am honored and excited to announce that Enterprise Data & Analytics will be an exhibitor at the PASS Summit 2018! If you browse on over to the PASS Summit Sponsors page and scroll to the Exhibitors section, you’ll find us listed: Honored and excited – that’s me! I see – and have lived – …
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The Recording for The Value Proposition of Certifications Webinar is Now Available
Penny Trupe and I discuss the career value of certifications.
On Working Remotely
1. Be a dependable adult.
2. Share knowledge if you have it, seek out a mentor if you need to learn.
3. Work hard and work smart.
Three Presentations With Penny Trupe
I’m excited to deliver three presentations next week with my co-worker and daughter, Penny Trupe! On Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday (19, 20, and 21 Mar) we are presenting the following 30-minute sessions at noon ET: Young Moms in Technology Beginning SSIS in Practice The Value Proposition of Certifications Click the links above to learn more. …
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Why I Love PB
Why do I love personal best? It’s the best kind of competing, competition with past-Andy. I want present-Andy to do more and be better every day. A mentor once described this as, “Strive to suck less each day.” I can identify with that sentiment! I prefer the positive motivation I get from measuring things like …
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