Today I got a bit closer to a meaningful definition of automation, as it applies to the software development process. I’ve been turning this concept over in my head for a while, which is partly related to the dreaded question of licensing.
I got a question recently about a panel discussion on Database Development Disasters at SQL in the City Streamed. I had framed a question as, “how fast should development go without load or performance testing?”
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I love breaking technology.
I love breaking technology on purpose, in a place where it’s not going to slow anyone else down. It’s a great way to learn more about how everything works and what your options are to fix the situation when things go sideways.
I’m excited to have just clicked ‘publish’ on four new videos in the brand new Advocate playlist on Redgate’s YouTube channel.
These videos step through setting up and working with a project in one of my favorite Redgate tools: SQL Change Automation.
One controversial topic in database development is how to properly store and deploy database changes.
This is generally described as choosing between two options, which are approximately as easy to understand as Greek philosophy:
Next week, I’m giving a free webcast for Redgate on DevOps fundamentals. DevOps is something I am a big proponent of for database administrators, developers, and company leaders.
I’ll cover three points which are often the source of misunderstandings.
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