Whether you want to do a quick checkup of your system or a full overhaul, these are must-see tips to make sure your system works smoothly. Tim Radney and Mike Walsh, SQL Server MVP's and frequent speakers at technical conferences, plan to share the common issues they encounter when performing WellDBA™ exams (a thorough health and wellness examination of your SQL Server environment). Areas of focus while performing DBA diagnostic exams will be:
We give insights into why these areas are important and guidance on how to correct these mistakes in your environment.
Tim Radney is a partner with Linchpin People and a data professional for a financial services company. Tim is a published author and trainer and has been in the role of systems administrator, production DBA, manager, and information security engineer over the past 16 years. Tim holds certifications across many aspects of IT and is dedicated to paying it forward within the SQL Server community. Microsoft recently recognized Tim as a SQL Server MVP. He serves as the chapter leader for the Columbus, GA SQL Users Group, is a PASS regional mentor for the Greater Southeast USA, and is a regular speaker at national and regional conferences and SQL Server events. Follow Tim on twitter @tradney or his blog http://www.timradney.com.
Mike is a partner with Linchpin People and our WellDBA™ Practice Lead. He is an experienced SQL Server professional with 15 years of experience and has worked with every version of SQL Server since version 6.5. He has been in the role of DBA, developer, architect, and performance lead but always leans on his DBA and performance tuning experience. He loves providing training and coaching to clients and colleagues and has been recognized as a SQL Server MVP by Microsoft for four years in a row, since 2011. He speaks at national and regional conferences and SQL Server events on DBA, performance tuning, and professional development topics. Mike blogs regularly on SQL Server topics. Follow Mike on twitter @mike_walsh or his blog http://www.straightpathsql.com.
Scott Walz has more than 20 years of experience in the area of database development and currently serves as the Director of Software Consultants for Embarcadero Technologies. Prior to joining Embarcadero 12 years ago, Scott served as a development lead for Louisville Gas & Electric. He holds a bachelor's degree in computer information systems from Western Kentucky University.