SQLSaturday #136 - Wellington 2012
Event Date: 04/14/2012 00:00:00
Event Location:
- Whitireia Community Polytechnic
- Wi Neera Drive
- Porirua, Wellington, New Zealand
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Sessions
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Title: New Features of SSIS 2012
Abstract: SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS) is a leading tool in the data warehouse industry - used for performing extraction, transformation, and load (ETL) operations. ETL is responsible for the extraction of data from several sources, their cleansing, customization, and loading into a central repository normally called Data Warehouse or Data Mart. SSIS 2012 comes with great new features which helps ETL Developers and Architects to create more robust and reliable packages to transfer data. This session will have a brief look at new features in SSIS 2012 and their usages in real-world scenarios.features such as; parameters, data flow changes, project deployment model, development changes, logging, environments, reports and … will be discusse
Speaker(s):
- Reza Rad
Track and Room: Track 2 - N/A
Title: Tabular Modelling and Design Concepts
Abstract: Analysis Service in SQL2012 introduces the Vertipac engine and the tabular model. While the tabular model is delivered through SSAS, the model offers some unique design opportunities for users who would otherwise design a dimensional OLAP solution. This session looks at tabular modelling by comparing it to the multidimensional model. We address some of the advantages, considerations and restrictions of the tabular model and examine how the limitations of the native model can be overcome with DAX (the tabular query language).
Speaker(s):
- Paul te Braak
Track and Room: Track 2 - N/A
Title: If you had $10K what would you spend it on?
Abstract: You are looking at the Bill of Materials for the new shiny server that you are going to purchase for SQL Server and you realise that there is still $10,000 in the hardware budget - how do you spend it? Do you increase the core density, maybe increase the RAM or maybe even look at adding some solid state storage to the storage array. In this session we will explore how some small hardware investments made in the right place can pimp your next SQL Server deployment.
Speaker(s):
- Peter Ward
Track and Room: Track 1 - N/A
Title: Analytic T-SQL Functions in 2012
Abstract: There are a bunch of new T-SQL functions in SQL Server 2012, and as usual there’s a combination of the “this is really useful” and the “…but there’s a caveat”. In this presentation, Rob will take you through the new analytic functions, show you how they seriously enhance your reporting ability, and show you some of the ways that they don’t behave the way you might expect. You may not be using SQL Server 2012 yet, but you’re bound to recognise some of the problems that these functions solve.
Speaker(s):
- Rob Farley
Track and Room: Track 2 - N/A
Title: Interpreting DMV’s practical uses
Abstract: The talk will be about how to interpret DMVs in order to troubleshoot real databases. The talk will cover a logical flow of dmvs for fault finding, inspecting configuration and setting up maintenance plans by using dmvs. Topics will also include how to visualize data from dmvs in excel for quick conclusions.
It also look at some best practises for configuration and maintenance.
Speaker(s):
- Jannie Muller
Track and Room: Track 1 - N/A
Title: Query Tuning Using Lessons Learned from SSIS
Abstract: I’m sure you’ve noticed the similarities between an execution plan and an SSIS Data Flow Task. Of course there are major differences, such as the fact that you write Data Flow Tasks, whereas execution plans are created based on the T-SQL that you pass to the Query Optimizer and other things such as indexes, statistics and constraints. This talk will consider some of the things that SSIS developers look for when creating an effective Data Flow Task, and show you how those same concerns can be considered when writing queries.
Speaker(s):
- Rob Farley
Track and Room: Track 2 - N/A
Title: Query Optimizer Deep Dive
Abstract: Take your query writing and performance diagnostic skills to the next level by becoming familiar with the internals of the SQL Server query optimizer and the execution plans it produces. This 400-level session covers deep optimizer internals and little-known query processor details that will give you new insights into the way SQL Server works behind the scenes. Armed with this information, you will be better placed to write queries that optimize well, and to debug plan-related performance problems when they occur.
Speaker(s):
- Paul White
Track and Room: Track 1 - N/A
Title: Extended Events - A whirlwind tour!
Abstract: We’ve all used SQL profiler, and most of us are familiar with server side traces. SQL SERVER 2008 brought us Extended Events (XEvents), a more lightweight and flexible form of tracing. However SQL SERVER 2008 has no native UI support for XEvents, which could be one reason for their apparent slow up take. Learning the syntax now - and seeing what goes on behind the scenes of an XEvent session - will give you a firm understanding of their power and flexibility and place you in the position of knowing what is going on in the background when SQL SERVER 2012 brings us a fully functional UI for XEvents management.
Speaker(s):
- Martin Catherall
Track and Room: Track 1 - N/A
Title: Myths and misconceptions
Abstract:
There are a great many theories, anti-patterns and just plain wrong ideas that people (mostly Devs, but including DBAs) believe about SQL Server.
Yes, it’s enterprise ready.
No, it doesn’t magically tune/tweak itself (it needs some lovin’ from time to time (just nowhere near as much as Oracle)).
We’re going to look into debunking some of these falsehoods.
Speaker(s):
- Dave Dustin
Track and Room: Track 1 - N/A
Title: PowerShell for Beginners
Abstract: You’ve heard about PowerShell but the amount of braces, at symbols and percent signs reminded you of a painful Perl experience. You’re frustrated at having to run the same piece of code on all your servers time after time? You’ve only accidently clicked on the PowerShell icon and thought “white on blue is nice, but what makes this so good?” You’ve heard its something to do with .Net, but you’re a DBA and .Net is just for developers right?
If that sounds like you, then this session is for you. We will cover some basics of PowerShell and take a look at some of the things it can offer the DBA and make their life a little bit easier.
Speaker(s):
- Kent Chenery
Track and Room: Track 2 - N/A
Title: Data Visualisation
Abstract: Probably the most important part of any Business Intelligence project. What are the different options for presenting data to end users? What are the pros and cons of each? What are the requirements for each of the different options? This session will show you that there is more than one way to visualise data and what works best.
Speaker(s):
- Clive Trott
Track and Room: Track 2 - N/A
Title: What’s available with SQL Server 2012
Abstract: This session will cover many of the new features being delivered in the next major version of SQL Server, previously codenamed Denali, now known as SQL Server 2012 Including (but not limited to)
- Changes and new features for the DB engine and language
- New tools for management, development and reporting
- Changes for deployment, High Availability and Manageability
- Working with “The Cloud”
- Plenty more Honestly. I could put hundreds of bullet points here but you’d lose interest
Speaker(s):
- Dave Dustin
Track and Room: Track 1 - N/A
Title: The Dark Art of Performance Tuning
Abstract: Despite all of the enhancements to the instrumentation in SQL Server, many database professionals still view performance tuning as a dark art. This session will provide database administrators and developers with valuable information on SQL Server performance tuning concepts. This presentation will walk you through proven performance tuning strategies and teach you how to use SQL Server tools to identify a performance bottleneck, isolate the root cause, apply possible resolutions, and then quantify performance improvements.
Speaker(s):
- Peter Ward
Track and Room: Track 1 - N/A
Title: Visualising your data with PivotViewer
Abstract: Discover the power of PivotViewer, the Silverlight control that enables users to visualise large data sets in an extremely effective and tangible way. Quickly filter, sort and see how your data relates to each other in a way that traditional reports cannot. This session will cover what the PivotViewer control is and how to get the most out of it with your own data. Even if you’ve used PivotViewer before, see what’s new in the recent Silverlight 5 version to enable you to make the most out of your collections.
Speaker(s):
- Roger Noble
Track and Room: Track 2 - N/A
Speakers
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Paul te Braak
Twitter: - @paultebraak
LinkedIn: Paul te Braak
Contact: http://www.paultebraak.wordpress.com
Paul te Braak is the principle consultant of abaX Data and has over a decade of experience in delivering reporting and business intelligence solutions across a variety of verticals. This experience includes systems auditing, planning and business simulation models that predict activity through heuristic rules imbedded into the model. He holds several qualifications including MCT, CA, MIT, MComm.
Paul White
Twitter: - @SQL_Kiwi
Contact: http://sqlblog.com/blogs/paul_white/default.aspx
Paul White is an independent SQL Server technical consultant, specializing in performance tuning. He lives in Paraparaumu, New Zealand, and has worked with SQL Server since version 6. Paul writes a highly-regarded SQL Server technical blog and has been a SQL Server MVP since 2011.
Reza Rad
Twitter: - Rad_Reza
LinkedIn: Reza Rad
Contact: http://radacad.com/blog
Reza Rad is a Microsoft Regional Director, MVP, author, trainer, speaker and consultant. He is a Microsoft Data Platform MVP for nine years from 2011. Reza wrote many books on Power BI subjects including the Power BI from Rookie to Rock Star, and Pro Power BI Architecture. Reza is the invited speaker at the world’s well-known conferences such as Microsoft Ignite, Microsoft Business Applications Summit, Ignite Tour, PASS Summit, and many other conferences. Reza is an active blogger and writes regularly about Power BI at https://radacad.com.
Rob Farley
Twitter: - rob_farley
LinkedIn: Rob Farley
Contact: http://blogs.lobsterpot.com.au
Rob Farley runs LobsterPot Solutions in Australia, where he’s a consultant in the Microsoft Data Platform and Analytics space. He’s been an MVP since 2006, probably because of his blogging, his presentations around the world, and his dedication to the Adelaide Data Analytics User Group which he has led since before the release of SQL Server 2005. He’s on Twitter at @rob_farley, but you can always email him using rob@lobsterpot.com.au
Peter Ward
Twitter: - @wardy
LinkedIn: Peter Ward
Contact: http://wardyit.com/blog
Peter Ward is WARDY IT Solutions Chief Technical Architect. Peter’s credentials and achievements include being a highly regarded speaker at SQL Server events; a sought after SQL Server consultant and trainer providing solutions for some of the largest SQL Server sites in Australia. Peter has been recognised as a Microsoft Most Valuable Professional for his technical excellence and commitment to the SQL Server Community.
Martin Catherall
Twitter: - MartyCatherall
LinkedIn: Martin Catherall
Contact: http://martincatherall.com
Martin is a data consultant in Melbourne, Australia, a Microsoft Data Platform MVP, and PASS Regional Mentor for the Asia Pacific (APAC) region. Martin founded the Christchurch, New Zealand PASS Local Group and lead the group for a number of years before relocating to Melbourne. He has been using SQL Server in various roles since 2000. In addition to anything data related, he enjoys playing the guitar and having fun with his family.
Kent Chenery
Contact: http://blog.sqlconcepts.co.nz
He has over 14 years of SQL Server experience in a number of industries. He has recently become an independent SQL Server consultant based in Auckland covering many aspects of SQL Server. He is a co-leader of the Auckland SQL Users Group. He likes coffee, beer and Mexican food.
Clive Trott
With over 16 years’ experience in the software development industry, Clive has been exposed to a wide range of development technologies, architectures and methodologies. He is currently work for Theta within the Business Intelligence team as one of there lead consultants. Clive is focused on the use of Microsoft technologies to deliver Business Intelligence solutions that help affect business change.
Roger Noble
Twitter: - @Roger_Noble
Contact: http://www.rogernoble.com
Roger Noble is a Business Intelligence Consultant and MCT for LobsterPot Solutions. Based in Adelaide, Australia, he spends most of his time building BI solutions using the Microsoft stack. Specializing in SharePoint and Analysis Services, and one of the industry’s leaders in PivotViewer and HTML5 technologies, he regularly attends and speaks at the Adelaide SQL Server User Group and Adelaide SharePoint User Group.
Rob Farley
Twitter: - rob_farley
LinkedIn: Rob Farley
Contact: http://blogs.lobsterpot.com.au
Rob Farley runs LobsterPot Solutions in Australia, where he’s a consultant in the Microsoft Data Platform and Analytics space. He’s been an MVP since 2006, probably because of his blogging, his presentations around the world, and his dedication to the Adelaide Data Analytics User Group which he has led since before the release of SQL Server 2005. He’s on Twitter at @rob_farley, but you can always email him using rob@lobsterpot.com.au
Jannie Muller
Contact: http://mullerjannie.wordpress.com
I’ve been a DBA for several years most influential of that being time spend in the online casino business. I enjoy working through technical challenges of automation ,performance tuning and optimal configuration.My experience include working on large replicated environments with distribution databases great than 500 gb, centralised systems on super computers such as the HP superdomes, optimal performance for SQL through large cluster setups and benefits of specialised hardware.
Dave Dustin
Twitter: - venzann
With more than 35 years industry experience, Dave has worked with organisations and data systems of all sizes. He is currently Principal Engineer at Xero.
Peter Ward
Twitter: - @wardy
LinkedIn: Peter Ward
Contact: http://wardyit.com/blog
Peter Ward is WARDY IT Solutions Chief Technical Architect. Peter’s credentials and achievements include being a highly regarded speaker at SQL Server events; a sought after SQL Server consultant and trainer providing solutions for some of the largest SQL Server sites in Australia. Peter has been recognised as a Microsoft Most Valuable Professional for his technical excellence and commitment to the SQL Server Community.
Dave Dustin
Twitter: - venzann
With more than 35 years industry experience, Dave has worked with organisations and data systems of all sizes. He is currently Principal Engineer at Xero.
Sponsors
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