How Does a DBA Build Confidence After Making Mistakes? (Dear SQL DBA Episode 40)

How Does a DBA Build Confidence After Making Mistakes? (Dear SQL DBA Episode 40)

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How Does a DBA Build Confidence After Making Mistakes? (Dear SQL DBA Episode 40) 1 min read
How Does a DBA Build Confidence After Making Mistakes? (Dear SQL DBA Episode 40)

Ever had a database change go horribly wrong? It can feel awful in the moment, then eat away at your confidence for days afterward.

In this 20 minute episode, I give you practical steps that help you cope with change over the course of your DBA career.

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