Dear SQL DBA
Kendra LittleKendra Little's podcast discussing database performance tuning, software development, and working with data.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 83 | Founded | 10 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | TechnologyTech NewsNews | |||
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Erik Darling joins Kendra to chat about AI tools, why they work better for Python and PowerShell than SQL, and what's exciting (and what's not) in SQL Server 2025.
Along the way we describe the ONE THING we always want to configure in Resource Gove... more
Erik Darling joins Kendra Little to rate different SQL Server Performance Tuning Techniques in episode 81 of the Dear SQL DBA podcast. We share our opinions of... (deep breath)
Recompile hints, Query Store hints and plan forcing, CTEs, Resource Gov... more
Eugene Meidinger stops by to chat about Power BI Performance Tuning with Kendra. We talk about the various engines and languages used in Power BI and big-picture strategies for getting performance from the start. Eugene then talks about the community... more
In this episode, Michael J Swart joins the Dear SQL DBA podcast to talk about databases, automation, and how he's come to illustrate some of the coolest blog posts ever to be written about data.
Check out Michael's art and blog posts at michaeljswa... more
SQL Server has a new feature that's currently only available in Azure SQL Database: Optimized Locking. Jeremiah Peschka joins the podcast to talk through the docs and nerd out on locks, blocks, and how to pronounce the acronym "LAQ".
Learn more ab... more
Ever wondered what it's like to be a VP or Director of Engineering? Kendra chats with Alex Robson about leadership in technology, what you can get out of coaching or an MBA program (should you be interested), and what makes a high performing team. We... more
SQL Server performance tuning expert Erik Darling joins the podcast today to chat about how good queries can go bad, how bad queries can get better, and the question on everyone's mind: if he was a database, what database would he be?
This episode ... more
Tech interviews are weird and wacky. How did they get this way, and how SHOULD they be? Jeremiah Peschka joins us to discuss.
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- Great content my first esp
Last week I was introduced to BI for a possible option for an upgrade and migration project. The timing of this podcast was perfect. I’m so glad I found you all. Great stuff !!!
Apple Podcasts5South Texas LS
United States2 years ago - A good listen
Glad to see new episodes showing up in my podcast feed. Thoroughly enjoyed the new ones. Please keep up the new work.
Apple Podcasts5d_kempUnited States2 years ago - Exceptional
This is a fantastic resource for anyone interested in SQL server.
Kendra has a great skill at conveying intricate topics in an understandable and relatable manner.
My only minor criticism is that they aren’t frequent enough.
Great podcast.
Thank you.
Apple Podcasts5lbrownhill
United Kingdom7 years ago - Must listen for any DBA
I have been listening to this podcast on Spotify recently and it’s really awesome. anyone with experience on SQL should listen to this , this has taken my knowledge to next level. Thank you so much for creating this podcast.
Apple Podcasts5Umesh_NS
India7 years ago - Excellent content for the DBA
Great job presenting numerous topics that as a fellow DBA I find very interesting.
Apple Podcasts5sososo11111United States8 years ago - Best podcast on SQL Server
This is the best podcast i have come across on SQL Server. Kendra is simply amazing explaining technical concepts of databases/sql and plus she got a great sense of humor! Keep up the great work Kendra 👍👍😊
Apple Podcasts5Manny916United States8 years ago - Great podcast for SQL Devs
Love the podcast. 🙏
Apple Podcasts5~smartalec~United States8 years ago - Fantastic podcast!
Thanks Kendra for putting out a great podcast full of fantastic advice and tips! The questions are great and the answers are well researched and concise. Thank you Kendra, I'm a better developer thanks to you!
Apple Podcasts5Mat SomersUnited States9 years ago - Always informative
Great podcast as always
Apple Podcasts5K3lz.......United Kingdom9 years ago - How did I miss this?
I just came across this podcast some weeks back and I honestly can't believe I wasn't in the know sooner on this. I'm a huge fan of the way Kendra presents the information in a easy to understand answer to the questions she is asked.
Apple Podcasts5@HackdbaUnited States9 years ago - want to be a DBA
This is the best podcast I've come across. Kudos !!!
Apple Podcasts5sksohailkhan91India9 years ago - Love this woman !!!!
Kendra is a brilliant and creative speaker . I can listen to her and her partner Brent all day . She's a cutie too . :)
Apple Podcasts5MissingRealMusicUnited States9 years ago - It's Kendra Little
If you've followed her blogs and other outlets then you know this is pure gold.....and unicorns.
Apple Podcasts5jbkellyUnited States9 years ago - Great Stuff!
Great content even if you're not a SQL DBA (e.g. business intelligence) and regardless of your skill and experience level. Kendra gives a genuine, real-world perspective on everyday topics in IT, has a unique way of explaining technical material (with some humor too), and always offers great references to learn more. Thanks Kendra!
Apple Podcasts5Brett BIUnited States9 years ago - Excellent!
An excellent technical podcast for IT/Dev folks in/around SQL Server. Keep up the awesome work Kendra!
Apple Podcasts5Nate_the_DBAUnited States9 years ago
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