Event Location:
Devry University - South Florida
2300 SW 145 Ave
South Florida, Florida
Abstract:
Many DBAs and Developers are faced with tuning poorly performing SQL statements. However, many tuning projects fail because the process being used is inefficient. This presentation will walk through a process Confio Software uses with great success and will include topics such as: SQL diagramming, wait time data, indexing strategies, column selectivity and several more that will help the you succeed on future tuning projects.
Speaker(s): Dean Richards,
Abstract:
XML in SQL 2000 wasn't very exciting and it was easy to dismiss it altogether by just relying on developers to handle any XML needed within the application. SQL 2005 changes the game and this session will show you how to use the XML data type, do basic operations on XML data, and showcase the changes to FOR XML that make it so much more useful. This isn't a session to convince you to use XML, but to show you what you can do with XML if you do need to use it! Session Goals: • Learn how to use FOR XML PATH and WITH NAMESPACE clauses • Understand the basic use of the XML data type and XML schema collections • Learn how to use XML DML to manipulate XML data
Speaker(s): Kendal Van Dyke,
Abstract:
Everything you wanted to know about join optimization but were afraid to ask... Join types, indexing, and how the optimizer makes its selections
Speaker(s): Jeffrey Garbus,
Abstract:
Using Wait Time Analysis and Wait Types is a newer method for tuning SQL Server instances. As a result, there is often confusion on exactly what the data means. The issue typically centers around the fact the wait time data is analyzed at the wrong level or the collected wait time data is not detailed enough. This presentation will focus on these problems and review several real-life case studies of using SQL Server Wait Type data coupled with Wait-Time based performance analysis to solve the most difficult performance related issues.
Speaker(s): Matt Larson,
Abstract:
In this session I will demonstrate datamining with SQL Analysis Services. This session will demonstrate the analytic powers incorporated into the SQL AS Engine, and show how these can be integrated with Reporting Services and Excel.This session will mainly focus on new features available for SQL 2008
Speaker(s): Michael Mollenhour,
Abstract:
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to practice using SQL skills as a contractor/consultant? Are you concerned about the pitfalls of moving from a full time opportunity to a free-lance role? Come to this discussion and learn how to make a successful transition from full time to the free-lance world. Learn what pitfalls await and how to design a successful career plan.
Speaker(s): Wes Dumey,
Abstract:
Learn all you wanted to know about index design but were afraid to ask. This session focuses on physical index structures as well as how the server chooses indexes. Note: Join optimization is a separate session
Speaker(s): Jeffrey Garbus,
Abstract:
This session will provide an introductory and intermediate look at the Microsoft SQL server 2008 Spacial data types.
Speaker(s): Martin Pichardo,
Abstract:
This session we will present methods to create very dynamic reports. We will demonstrate data driven formatting and layouts. We will review how to setup data sources that are more portable as well as see how templates make it easier to have more consistent report formats. We will review emailing reports and how this can be integrated into your current application.
Speaker(s): Pam Shaw,
Abstract:
Learn how to integrate databases, cubes, and reports into SharePoint, by leveraging features including Excel Services, the Business Data Catalog, Performance Point Dashboards and data query web parts. This session will describe the various SQL Server centric features of SharePoint and demonstrate how they can be used to create a cpomprehensive BI Portal.
Speaker(s): David Lapides,
Abstract:
This session will demonstrate the ways that ASP ASP.NET applications can be configured to make connections to SQL Server from different versions of IIS so that we can keep our servers secure and our DBAs happy. Session Goals: • Learn when to use SQL logins and when to use Windows Authentication • Understand the concept of impersonation • Learn how ASP and ASP.NET applications can be configured to use impersonation to make secure connections to SQL Server • Learn how to configure IIS 5, 6, 7 and Windows XP, 2003, and 2008 to support impersonation
Speaker(s): Kendal Van Dyke,
Abstract:
This session will provide a Fast Track discussion into Data Warehouse architecture.
Speaker(s): Jean-Claude Armand,
Abstract:
In this session you will learn some of the most common mistakes in SSIS that can cause performance issues. Then Devin will discuss some best practices that you can take back and use in packages you develop.
Speaker(s): Devin Knight,
Abstract:
This session will explore subscriptions which are the scheduled delivery process defined within Reporting Services. We will explore what is required to create subscriptions, what options are available and how we can manipulate these for use on demand. We will review some practical applications that would require use of on demand subscriptions.
Speaker(s): Pam Shaw,
Abstract:
Want to learn how to get Performance Point up and running in your environment? This session will describe the requirements, planning activities, deployment options as well as trips and tracks for ensuring your PPS depl;oyment is successful. Then we will will walk though an installation of PPS
Speaker(s): David Lapides,
Abstract:
At some point in every DBA's career they'll be probably be asked to work with transactional replication but most DBAs don't look under the covers once they're done walking through the setup wizards. In this session we'll take a deeper look at setting up, monitoring, and calibrating transactional publications plus share some tricks and tips gleaned from years of experience working with high volume, multiple datacenter topologies. Session Goals: • Understand core concepts of transactional replication including: replication topologies, publishers, distributors, agents, agent profiles. Learn how to configure advanced options such as vertical and horizontal filtering • Demonstrate how to monitor transactional replication performance • Lear
Speaker(s): Kendal Van Dyke,
Abstract:
We will be learning an overview of this powerful new feature in SQL 2008 and how you can leverage it to help manage your existing SQL environment. This will include plenty of demos, best practices and QA so by the end you should be able to walk away ready to take control of your SQL Servers!
Speaker(s): Jorge Segarra,
Abstract:
The SQL Server 2008 MERGE command combines the features of the Insert and Update commands into a single powerful statement. You can now insert new data into one table while also updating or deleting data from an existing table with a single statment. In this sessionk we will explore this new addition to your TSQL toolbox in SQL Server 2008 to show how to merge two tables without creating duplicate records, how to synchronize two tables, how to use the OUTPUT clause with MERGE to save deleted records from the merge into an archival table, and how indexing effects the performance of MERGE statements and more.
Speaker(s): Michael Antonovich,
Abstract:
Perhaps you inherited a database with one or more tables having duplicate potential keys or maybe even entire duplicate records or maybe you generated a recordset from a SELECT statement that has duplicate records. In any case, you have a problem. You need to identify which tables have duplicate records or duplicate index values, isolate those records, and then delete only the duplicate records from the table. This session will focus on the functions and methods that you can use to identify and remove duplicate data from your tables.
Speaker(s): Michael Antonovich,
Abstract:
The ability to support mobile and remote workers is becoming more and more important for organizations every day. It is critical that organizations ensure users have access to the same information they have when they are in the office. In today’s discussion we will see how Sync Services for ADO.NET, which is a part of the Microsoft Sync Framework (MSF), enables synchronization of information between database systems and how Sync Services for ADO.NET helps developers avoid many of the common issues associated with taking data offline.
Speaker(s): Vishal Shukla,
Abstract:
SQL Server 2008 high availability options include Clustering, Database Miroring, Replication, and Log Shipping. If you are wondering which ones are best, and under what curcumstances... come on over.
Speaker(s): Jeffrey Garbus,
Abstract:
Learn how DBA's and Developers can take advantage of this new .NET scripting technology - PowerShell 2.0. This is a "most" to learn IT/.NET skill. In this session will discuss the difference between using SMO and the new integrated SQLPS in assisting managing your SQL Server 2000/2005/2008.
Speaker(s): Maximo Trinidad,
Abstract:
A continuation of the previous session this session will discuss advanced SSIS topics.
Speaker(s): Shervin Shakibi,
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In this session, you'll learn how to load a data warehousing using SSIS. See some of the challenges in data warehouse processing and how to get past some of those fact and dimension challenges.
Speaker(s): Brian Knight,
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Want to deliver slice-and-dice data reports for your end users? Then you'll want to see this session on how to get started in SQL Server Analysis Services (SSAS). In this session, you'll be taken from the data warehouse phase forward into SSAS. You'll also see how to deliver reports to your users.
Speaker(s): Brian Knight,
Abstract:
Participate in an architecture review showcasing the use of SQL Server 2008 Spatial features and the filestream data. The session will focus on a pre-defined solution architecture using SQL Server 2005 with pure relational data and after a brief introduction of new features in SQL Server 2008, changes will be presented and discussed with the group, culminating in a new architecture.
Speaker(s): Telmo Sampaio,
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This will be an exciting deep dive into optimizing the performance of your Analysis Services Cubes. We will begin with an overview of the underlying query processing architecture. Then we'll jump into discussion and demonstration of techniques and best practices for enhancing query performance, maximizing aggregation value, partitioning, and improving processing performance, among other topics. This will be a great session for those of you who are looking for some under-the-hood insight into SSAS 2008.
Speaker(s): Adam Jorgensen,
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In this sesssion we will look at automating common DBA tasks through Powershell. An overview of the CodePlex project SQL Serer Powershell Extensions will be provided. Specific topics covered include SSIS administration, replication and agent monitoring, performing simple ETL with Powershell and building graphs, charts and diagrams using Powershell.
Speaker(s): Chad Miller,
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This session will put you on the fast track to understanding the fundamentals of MDX and querying your Analysis Services Cubes. MDX is a very powerful tool in your cube development arsenal, but the learning curve can be steep. Together, we will discuss and demonstrate working with sets, tuples, and working with your data through the built in functions in MDX and Analysis Service 2008. Examples and demos will be common business cases you will use in your cubes day to day.
Speaker(s): Adam Jorgensen,
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This beginner to intermediate level session will introduce you to statistics, including how to create, manage, troubleshoot, and more! Statistics are a key part of getting solid and repeatable performance and is easily just as important as having indexes. Whether you're a DBA or trying to get by without one, this session will give you the information you need to know.
Speaker(s): Andy Warren,
Abstract:
Should you be networking? In this session we'll talk about why you should be building a network now, how to build it, and how to keep track of and quantify your network. Along the way we'll talk about the most common social networks, why you should consider blogging, and some exercises you can do to strengthen your networking skills.
Speaker(s): Andy Warren,
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A 100 level session for those who are new to SSIS. This beginner session will discuss entry level SSIS topics and if there is time, dive into some intermediate topics.
Speaker(s): Shervin Shakibi,
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REST is an architectural style that allows for a layered, scalable, and cacheable enterprise information system. With ADO.NET Data Services, a database can be surfaced to a service as a REST-style resource collection that is addressable with natural URIs and can be interacted with using the usual HTTP verbs: GET, POST, PUT, and DELETE. This session will describe RESTful Data, the benefits it conveys, and its uses. Then we will set up a data service using an existing database that developers would then access rather than accessing the database directly.
Speaker(s): Chris Eargle,
Abstract:
In this session I will demonstrate how to configure Mirroring for both high availability and offloading reporting stress via database snapshots. I will also cover the different modes of mirroring and how they may affect performance.
Speaker(s): Michael Mollenhour,
Abstract:
In this session we will go through a data warehouse lifecycle project using SQL Server and SSIS to demonstrate how to build the data warehouse. A general overview and code presentation will be provided.
Speaker(s): Wes Dumey,
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Contact: http://www.bidn.com/people/brianknight
Brian Knight, a SQL Server MVP, MCSE, and MCDBA, is the owner and founder of Pragmatic Works. He is also the co-founder of SQLServerCentral.com, BIDN.com, and SQLShare.com. Brian runs the local SQL Server users group in Jacksonville (JSSUG), is a contributing columnist at several technical magazines, and does regular webcasts at PragmaticWorks.com. He is the author of 15 SQL Server books and a frequent speaker at conferences such as PASS Summit, SQL Connections, TechEd, and many Code Camps.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/profile/view?id=176471amp;trk=nav_responsive_tab_profile
Contact: http://mssqlperformance.blogspot.com/
Jeff has been consulting on and performing technical training for MS SQL Server since 1989, Version 4, on OS/2. Since then, he has worked extensively with each release of the product, specializing in performance and tuning, from concept through legacy system, on systems of all sizes, from small start-up company applications to multi-terabyte data warehouses. In addition to hands-on consulting, he speaks at SQLSaturdays several times/year, has a youtube channel with free training, and has written 20 books on database management systems. His latest book is "Transact SQL the Definitive Guide."
Contact: https://sqlandy.com
Andy Warren is a SQL Server consultant and trainer based in Orlando, FL. Focusing on administration, performance tuning, and SQL Server patterns and practices, he’s been a SQL Server MVP since 2008. Andy served two terms on the PASS Board of Directors, was a founding principal in SQLServerCentral, and created both the SQLSaturday and SQLRally event models.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/profile/view?id=176471amp;trk=nav_responsive_tab_profile
Contact: http://mssqlperformance.blogspot.com/
Jeff has been consulting on and performing technical training for MS SQL Server since 1989, Version 4, on OS/2. Since then, he has worked extensively with each release of the product, specializing in performance and tuning, from concept through legacy system, on systems of all sizes, from small start-up company applications to multi-terabyte data warehouses. In addition to hands-on consulting, he speaks at SQLSaturdays several times/year, has a youtube channel with free training, and has written 20 books on database management systems. His latest book is "Transact SQL the Definitive Guide."
Microsoft
LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/pshaw1129/
Contact: http://sqlpam.wordpress.com/
Pam Shaw has been in IT for over 30 years. Since 2001, Pam has been working with SQL Server, first 2000, then 2005, 2008, 2008 R2, 2012 and now 2014. Pam currently works as a BI Developer as an independent contractor. Pam is also the Chapter Leader of the Hillsborough SQL Users Group PASS chapter and organizer of SQLSaturday Tampa.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wadamjorgensen/
Contact: http://www.pragmaticworks.com
As President of Pragmatic Works Consulting Adam drives market strategy, sales, partnerships, implementation and thought leadership. He has over 15 years of experience helping companies use their data to fuel their growth. Adam has been wowing audiences around the world for over a decade. He has delivered hundreds of sessions, published over a dozen books and hundreds of online videos and webinars on data and cloud topics. His passion is growing companies and mentoring leaders and companies to help them achieve their dreams.
David Lapides is an Architect with Idea Integration focusing on Portals and Business Intelligence solutions. He has designed and implemented many solutions using SharePoint, SQL Server .Net and other technologies.
LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/kendalvandyke
Contact: http://www.kendalvandyke.com
Kendal is a database strategist, community advocate, public speaker, and blogger. A practiced IT professional with over 15 years of SQL Server experience, Kendal excels at disaster recovery, high availability planning/implementation, amp; debugging/troubleshooting mission critical SQL Server environments. Kendal is a Senior Consultant on the Microsoft Premier Developer Support team and President of MagicPASS (http://magicpass.sqlpass.org), the Orlando, FL based chapter of PASS. Before joining Microsoft, Kendal was a SQL Server/Data Platform MVP from 2011-2016.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wadamjorgensen/
Contact: http://www.pragmaticworks.com
As President of Pragmatic Works Consulting Adam drives market strategy, sales, partnerships, implementation and thought leadership. He has over 15 years of experience helping companies use their data to fuel their growth. Adam has been wowing audiences around the world for over a decade. He has delivered hundreds of sessions, published over a dozen books and hundreds of online videos and webinars on data and cloud topics. His passion is growing companies and mentoring leaders and companies to help them achieve their dreams.
LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/pub/dean-richards/6/167/a90
Dean Richards is a Senior DBA for DBMS Insights and has helped hundreds of companies solve database and virtualization performance issues. Dean has over 20 years of experience in both development and database administration and has focused his entire career on performance tuning of Oracle and SQL Server environments. Most recently Dean has focused on the trend to virtualize and move databases to the cloud.
LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/kendalvandyke
Contact: http://www.kendalvandyke.com
Kendal is a database strategist, community advocate, public speaker, and blogger. A practiced IT professional with over 15 years of SQL Server experience, Kendal excels at disaster recovery, high availability planning/implementation, amp; debugging/troubleshooting mission critical SQL Server environments. Kendal is a Senior Consultant on the Microsoft Premier Developer Support team and President of MagicPASS (http://magicpass.sqlpass.org), the Orlando, FL based chapter of PASS. Before joining Microsoft, Kendal was a SQL Server/Data Platform MVP from 2011-2016.
Chris Eargle is a Microsoft Most Valuable Professional - Visual C# (C# MVP) and INETA Community Champion from Columbia, SC. Besides designing and developing software at South Carolina Farm Bureau, he runs the local .NET User Group: the Columbia Enterprise Developers Guild. In his spare time he travels to conferences and user groups to promote best practices and new technologies in the development community.
David Lapides is an Architect with Idea Integration focusing on Portals and Business Intelligence solutions. He has designed and implemented many solutions using SharePoint, SQL Server .Net and other technologies.
LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/kendalvandyke
Contact: http://www.kendalvandyke.com
Kendal is a database strategist, community advocate, public speaker, and blogger. A practiced IT professional with over 15 years of SQL Server experience, Kendal excels at disaster recovery, high availability planning/implementation, amp; debugging/troubleshooting mission critical SQL Server environments. Kendal is a Senior Consultant on the Microsoft Premier Developer Support team and President of MagicPASS (http://magicpass.sqlpass.org), the Orlando, FL based chapter of PASS. Before joining Microsoft, Kendal was a SQL Server/Data Platform MVP from 2011-2016.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/profile/view?id=176471amp;trk=nav_responsive_tab_profile
Contact: http://mssqlperformance.blogspot.com/
Jeff has been consulting on and performing technical training for MS SQL Server since 1989, Version 4, on OS/2. Since then, he has worked extensively with each release of the product, specializing in performance and tuning, from concept through legacy system, on systems of all sizes, from small start-up company applications to multi-terabyte data warehouses. In addition to hands-on consulting, he speaks at SQLSaturdays several times/year, has a youtube channel with free training, and has written 20 books on database management systems. His latest book is "Transact SQL the Definitive Guide."
Matt Larson is the Founder and technology visionary of Confio Software. Prior to his involvement at Confio, Mr. Larson helped found an oil and gas holding company. The company grew from four employees to over two hundred employees while raising over $110 million. Mr. Larson is an international speaker on technology related topics. He also is the co-author of five, best-selling technology books. Mr. Larson holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of Colorado wher
Contact: http://geekswithblogs.com/shervin
Shervin Shakibi is a Microsoft Regional Director and the lead Developer Technoloies Instructor. In addition to being an author and Technical editor on many .NET books he has been a popular speaker at events such as Microsoft Tech Ed, PDC and Developer Days. Shervin has been developing Enterprise applications since 1987 and a Microsoft Certified Trainer since 1994. Experienced in the delivery of scalable, stable and open enterprise-level.
Contact: http://sqlchicken.com
Jorge is an MCTS:SQL 2005 and has been a SQL DBA for over 5 years with experience with SQL 2000, 2005 and 2008. Some of his other specialties include virtualization, specifically on the VMware platform. He is currently the Database Administrator for University Community Hospital (www.universitycommunityhospital.org) in Tampa, Florida. Check out his blog at: http://sqlchicken.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelpantonovich?
Contact: http://sharepointmike.wordpress.com
Michael Antonovich is the assistant director of Web and Technology Services in the Communications Division for Orange County Public Schools in Orlando, FL, where he manages the Internet and intranet infrastructure. He has published seven books, ranging from an Apple II User Guide to Office and SharePoint 2010 User's Guide. His blog has focused mainly on PowerPivot and Power BI, but for the last year Mike has taken a break to pursue some other activities. He hopes to restart his blog later this year focusing more on style and presentation. Mike has used SQL Server since 1998 and, for the past 7 years, has been promoting SSAS, PowerPivot, and Power BI for the masses.
Great guy!
Contact: http://chadwickmiller.spaces.live.com/
Chad Miller is a SQL Server DBA and Manager of Database Administration at Raymond James Financial. He has 9 years experience as DBA, working with SQL Server 6.5 through SQL Server 2008. He is the author of various technical articles published in SQL Server Central and SQL Server Magazine and has presented at the Tampabay SQL Server User Groups and SQLSaturday. In his spare time Chad is the Project Coordinator/Developer of Codeplex projects SQL Server PowerShell Extensions (SQLPSX) and PoshRSS.
Contact: https://sqlandy.com
Andy Warren is a SQL Server consultant and trainer based in Orlando, FL. Focusing on administration, performance tuning, and SQL Server patterns and practices, he’s been a SQL Server MVP since 2008. Andy served two terms on the PASS Board of Directors, was a founding principal in SQLServerCentral, and created both the SQLSaturday and SQLRally event models.
Microsoft
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deknight/
Contact: http://devinknightsql.com
Devin Knight a Microsoft Data Platform MVP and the Training Director at Pragmatic Works. He is an author of seven SQL Server and Business Intelligence books and speaks at conferences like PASS Summit, PASS Business Analytics Conference, SQLSaturdays and Code Camps. He is also a contributing member to several PASS Virtual Chapters. Making his home in Jacksonville, FL, Devin is the Vice President of the local Power BI User Group and SQL Server User Group (JSSUG).
LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/pshaw1129/
Contact: http://sqlpam.wordpress.com/
Pam Shaw has been in IT for over 30 years. Since 2001, Pam has been working with SQL Server, first 2000, then 2005, 2008, 2008 R2, 2012 and now 2014. Pam currently works as a BI Developer as an independent contractor. Pam is also the Chapter Leader of the Hillsborough SQL Users Group PASS chapter and organizer of SQLSaturday Tampa.
Mike has worked with Database performance and troubleshooting for over 20 years. His experience has been gained from both Large Corporations (Citi-Group) to smaller organizations. Mike currently works as an Independent Contractor.
Contact: http://www.durableimpact.com
Wes Dumey is a Senior Consultant for Durable Impact Systems, a Florida-based provider of business intelligence solutions. Wes has experience working with many Fortune 500 clients. Wes grew up in Missouri and is a Cheif's fan, even when it's difficult to be one. He enjoys flying airplanes and traveling helping executives solve business issues through the use of business intelligence.
Contact: http://www.bidn.com/people/brianknight
Brian Knight, a SQL Server MVP, MCSE, and MCDBA, is the owner and founder of Pragmatic Works. He is also the co-founder of SQLServerCentral.com, BIDN.com, and SQLShare.com. Brian runs the local SQL Server users group in Jacksonville (JSSUG), is a contributing columnist at several technical magazines, and does regular webcasts at PragmaticWorks.com. He is the author of 15 SQL Server books and a frequent speaker at conferences such as PASS Summit, SQL Connections, TechEd, and many Code Camps.
LinkedIn: Linkedin: http://www.linkedin.com/pub/max-trinidad/12/47/775/
Contact: http://www.maxtblog.com
Maximo Trinidad (Florida Aka – Mr. PowerShell), currently work as a SAPIEN Technologies Evangelist and specialing in scripting automation on SQL Server Microsoft Cloud Technologies. Also a Microsoft MVP (PowerShell) since 2009 and active speaker since 2007 participating at SQLSaturday, IT Pro .NET Code Camps events.
Contact: http://geekswithblogs.com/shervin
Shervin Shakibi is a Microsoft Regional Director and the lead Developer Technoloies Instructor. In addition to being an author and Technical editor on many .NET books he has been a popular speaker at events such as Microsoft Tech Ed, PDC and Developer Days. Shervin has been developing Enterprise applications since 1987 and a Microsoft Certified Trainer since 1994. Experienced in the delivery of scalable, stable and open enterprise-level.
Mike has worked with Database performance and troubleshooting for over 20 years. His experience has been gained from both Large Corporations (Citi-Group) to smaller organizations. Mike currently works as an Independent Contractor.
Contact: http://www.durableimpact.com
Wes Dumey is a Senior Consultant for Durable Impact Systems, a Florida-based provider of business intelligence solutions. Wes has experience working with many Fortune 500 clients. Wes grew up in Missouri and is a Cheif's fan, even when it's difficult to be one. He enjoys flying airplanes and traveling helping executives solve business issues through the use of business intelligence.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelpantonovich?
Contact: http://sharepointmike.wordpress.com
Michael Antonovich is the assistant director of Web and Technology Services in the Communications Division for Orange County Public Schools in Orlando, FL, where he manages the Internet and intranet infrastructure. He has published seven books, ranging from an Apple II User Guide to Office and SharePoint 2010 User's Guide. His blog has focused mainly on PowerPivot and Power BI, but for the last year Mike has taken a break to pursue some other activities. He hopes to restart his blog later this year focusing more on style and presentation. Mike has used SQL Server since 1998 and, for the past 7 years, has been promoting SSAS, PowerPivot, and Power BI for the masses.
Vishal has been behind the key boards since 1991 mainly on Microsoft technologies from GWBasic to .net 4.0. Vishal works as a System Architect for the Palm Beach County. He has been actively involved with local user group communities. He has given various presentaions at code camps, Teched Tweener and various user group events. Winner of INETA Community Champions award for 2008 Q3. Microsoft VB .Net MVP
The following is a list of sponsors that helped fund the event.