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  • When exam registration goes wrong

    2021-03-12 · 4 min read exam preparation
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    When exam registration goes wrong

    Last weekend I took an online proctored exam through Pearson Vue to obtain certification as a Microsoft Certified Data Analyst Associate and it didn't quite go to plan! Here's an account of how things panned out and how to avoid problems in your test!


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  • What to expect from an online proctored exam

    2021-03-11 · 6 min read exam preparation
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    What to expect from an online proctored exam

    Over the past year I've taken multiple Microsoft certification exams online, through Pearson VUE. If you've never taken an exam in this format before, it can be quite a daunting experience. Here's some info from my experiences so far to help you prepare.


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  • T-SQL Tuesday #136 Blog About Your Favorite Data Type

    2021-03-09 · 4 min read data types
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    T-SQL Tuesday #136 Blog About Your Favorite Data Type

    T-SQL Tuesday is the brainchild of Adam Machanic. December 2009 was the first T-SQL Tuesday invitation that went out by Adam. It is a monthly blog party on the second Tuesday of each month. Currently, Steve Jones organises the event and maintains a website with all previous posts which you can find here. Everyone is welcome to participate in this monthly blog post.


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  • Microsoft Certified: Data Analyst Associate

    2021-03-07 · 1 min read data analyst power bi microsoft
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    Microsoft Certified: Data Analyst Associate

    Information on the latest Azure certification I have passed.


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  • Friend of Redgate 2021

    2021-03-01 · 3 min read friend badge
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    Friend of Redgate 2021

    I'm honoured to considered a friend of Redgate!


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  • T-SQL Tuesday #135 Tools of the Trade

    2021-02-09 · 4 min read humour
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    T-SQL Tuesday #135 Tools of the Trade

    T-SQL Tuesday is the brainchild of Adam Machanic. December 2009 was the first T-SQL Tuesday invitation that went out by Adam. It is a monthly blog party on the second Tuesday of each month. Currently, Steve Jones organises the event and maintains a website with all previous posts which you can find here. Everyone is welcome to participate in this monthly blog post.


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  • T-SQL Tuesday #134 Give Me a Break!

    2021-01-12 · 4 min read wellbeing
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    T-SQL Tuesday #134 Give Me a Break!

    T-SQL Tuesday is the brainchild of Adam Machanic. December 2009 was the first T-SQL Tuesday invitation that went out by Adam. It is a monthly blog party on the second Tuesday of each month. Currently, Steve Jones organises the event and maintains a website with all previous posts which you can find here. Everyone is welcome to participate in this monthly blog post.


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  • T-SQL Tuesday #133 What (Else) Have You Learned from Presenting

    2020-12-08 · 4 min read presenting
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    T-SQL Tuesday #133 What (Else) Have You Learned from Presenting

    T-SQL Tuesday is the brainchild of Adam Machanic. December 2009 was the first T-SQL Tuesday invitation that went out by Adam. It is a monthly blog party on the second Tuesday of each month. Currently, Steve Jones organises the event and maintains a website with all previous posts which you can find here. Everyone is welcome to participate in this monthly blog post.


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  • Printing wirelessly using Mobility Print

    2020-11-15 · 5 min read apps airprint
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    Printing wirelessly using Mobility Print

    I've just discovered a seriously awesome app that has solved an issue I've had for a long time. Introducing Mobility Print by PaperCut.


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  • Using a network drive as a Time Machine backup drive

    2020-11-15 · 2 min read timemachine home network
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    Using a network drive as a Time Machine backup drive

    I've been using on old PC as Time Machine backup server quite successfully. I've got an old HP MicroServer picking up dust so I decided to give Unraid a trial. The process of setting up a Time Machine drive isn't totally straightforward but there's a clear guide on their wiki.


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Justin Bird

Data Guy, Microsoft Certified Professional, Cardiff User Group Coordinator, Friend of Redgate, Community Event Helper.
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