SQL Server World

Whether you are starting a new job or at your existing job, it is never too late to organize your SQL server database shop. As somebody famously said, “Organize, don’t agonize”. Having clear idea of what is needed to be done already puts you ahead of your task. As we all know, some DBAs are either doing nothing or fighting fires. We do not want to fall in that category. Best use of slow time is to get organized. Here are some tips to help you achieve that Zen like balance.

Create a list of SQL Server information site:
You cannot keep all there is to know about SQL server in your mind. So what to do about it? Write it down. Yes, either create a spreadsheet and save it in a table or save it on your own blog. Whatever tool you choose, it is important that you feel comfortable using it. Save addresses of MVPs blogs , SQL Server Online forums and other tips and tricks. After a while it will become overwhelming list if you do not configure some type of classification or tagging system.

Note: I will be adding more here later on.