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SQLSaturday #423 - Baton Rouge 2015
SessionID: 16509
Beginning T-SQL
Event Date: 01-08-2015 - Session time: 09:15:00 - Track: SQL Development
Speaker: Jennifer McCown
Title: Beginning T-SQL
Abstract:
If you'd like to become a database professional - or if you already work with SQL Server at all - you need to know Transact-SQL, the SQL Server programming language. During this session, we’ll design and create our own table to demonstrate key concepts, query syntax, and more. If you’ve been meaning to learn T-SQL, here’s your chance!
SessionID: 21254
Fundamentals of Disaster Planning Recovery
Event Date: 01-08-2015 - Session time: 09:15:00 - Track: IT Manager
Speaker: Michael Viron
Title: Fundamentals of Disaster Planning Recovery
Abstract:
In this session, we'll cover the basics of Disaster Planning and key operational items to consider when establishing software systems. We'll cover terms and their importance as well as commonly used software and hardware techniques for disaster planning purposes.
SessionID: 35635
Locking, Blocking, Latching. OH MY!
Event Date: 01-08-2015 - Session time: 09:15:00 - Track: DBA Advanced
Speaker: Daniel Janik
Title: Locking, Blocking, Latching. OH MY!
Abstract:
Have you run into problems with blocking or locking? Are your transactions stepping on each other? Do you know what the difference between a latch and a lock is? Is your design optimal? This session is a hands-on, technical dive into SQL Server's isolation levels and locking mechanics. Whether you're a developer or DBA this session is for you. We will cover the various issues that a developer or DBA may run into and how to resolve them. Expect this session to be interactive, so come prepared.
SessionID: 35789
PS C:\gt; Get-Started -With 'PowerShell for SQL Server'
Event Date: 01-08-2015 - Session time: 09:15:00 - Track: PowerShell
Speaker: Mike Robbins
Title: PS C:\gt; Get-Started -With 'PowerShell for SQL Server'
Abstract:
SessionID: 36195
Branding Yourself for a Dream Job
Event Date: 01-08-2015 - Session time: 09:15:00 - Track: Career Foundations
Speaker: Steve Jones
Title: Branding Yourself for a Dream Job
Abstract:
Everyone wants a dream job that they enjoy going to each week. However finding that job, and getting yourself hired can be hard for most people. Steve Jones will give you practical tips and suggestions in this session that show you how to better market yourself, how to get the attention of employers, and help improve the chances that the job you want will get offered to you. Learn about networking, blogging, and more.
SessionID: 36335
60 Reporting Tips in 60 Minutes
Event Date: 01-08-2015 - Session time: 09:15:00 - Track: Business Intelligence
Speaker: Ike Ellis
Title: 60 Reporting Tips in 60 Minutes
Abstract:
This session will be rapid fire, fast-paced experience, focusing on all sorts of reporting tips. This session is for the YouTube generation. Do you have a short attention span? Are 15-second commercials too long to sit through? Do you want the very best reporting tips collected from watching hundreds of videos and reading a library of books, plus years of reporting experience? Come to this session. We have tips on Excel, data visualization, interviewing stake holders, organizing reporting teams, securing reports, consolidation, dashboard design, SSRS, SSIS, and T-SQL authoring. You're guaranteed to learn something actionable that will make you more effective in your career.
SessionID: 36438
So You Want a Job in Big Data?
Event Date: 01-08-2015 - Session time: 09:15:00 - Track: Career Foundations
Speaker: Scott Shaw
Title: So You Want a Job in Big Data?
Abstract:
SessionID: 36803
Currying in a Hurry (Functional Programming with F#)
Event Date: 01-08-2015 - Session time: 09:15:00 - Track: .NET
Speaker: Jeremy Abbott
Title: Currying in a Hurry (Functional Programming with F#)
Abstract:
SessionID: 37347
Internet of Things
Event Date: 01-08-2015 - Session time: 09:15:00 - Track: .NET
Speaker: Andrew Petersen
Title: Internet of Things
Abstract:
It is predicted that 4.9 billion things will be connected to the Internet in 2015 and is expected to increase to 25 billion by 2020. With this growing number of devices connected to the Internet, we will no longer be in a world of stand alone mobile apps and websites. We need to start thinking about the Internet of Things.
In this talk, we will cover statics of what is coming, how to stay secure, along with a demonstration of the integration of hardware and software.
SessionID: 37618
Essentials of Modern Web Application Development
Event Date: 01-08-2015 - Session time: 09:15:00 - Track: .NET
Speaker: Case Ahr
Title: Essentials of Modern Web Application Development
Abstract:
SessionID: 37837
What is the right SharePoint Cloud Strategy for my Business?
Event Date: 01-08-2015 - Session time: 09:15:00 - Track: SharePoint
Speaker: Cody Gros
Title: What is the right SharePoint Cloud Strategy for my Business?
Abstract:
Differences between and benefits of SharePoint Online, On-Premise and Azure IaaS. What's right for you?
SessionID: 39040
The Changing Role of IT: Cloud Strategy Panel
Event Date: 01-08-2015 - Session time: 09:15:00 - Track: Executive
Speaker: Dave Baxter
Title: The Changing Role of IT: Cloud Strategy Panel
Abstract:
A panel of regional CIO's gathers to discuss questions for modern IT Leadership. This panel discussion will be led by Sparkhound Vice President Dave Baxter, joined by Stevie Toups – Turner Industries, Bennett Cheramie – General Health, Jeremy Turner – EPIC Piping, Lee Washington – ABC Financial and Patrick Thompson - Sparkhound.
SessionID: 10177
Event Date: 01-08-2015 - Session time: 10:30:00 - Track: Web/Mobile Development
Speaker: Brandon Cornett
Abstract:
SessionID: 11639
Interview Tips for Hiring Managers
Event Date: 01-08-2015 - Session time: 10:30:00 - Track: IT Manager
Speaker: Christine Assaf
Title: Interview Tips for Hiring Managers
Abstract:
If you are a Manager needing some interviewing education - this is your course! This session focuses on basic interviewing guidelines, including: preliminary interviews, types of testing, secondary or follow-up interviews, while keeping in mind EEO guidelines and best practices. Learn tips and tricks of the trade from an HR guru who is "in the trenches."
SessionID: 25816
Managing your mobile workforce with ConfigMgr and Intune
Event Date: 01-08-2015 - Session time: 10:30:00 - Track: Windows Server/Virtualization
Speaker: Steven Rachui
Title: Managing your mobile workforce with ConfigMgr and Intune
Abstract:
SessionID: 35636
Analyze your query plan like a Microsoft Engineer!
Event Date: 01-08-2015 - Session time: 10:30:00 - Track: SQL Development
Speaker: Daniel Janik
Title: Analyze your query plan like a Microsoft Engineer!
Abstract:
SessionID: 36314
Intro to AngularJS: Creating a Simple Single Page Application
Event Date: 01-08-2015 - Session time: 10:30:00 - Track: Web/Mobile Development
Speaker: Ryan Richard
Title: Intro to AngularJS: Creating a Simple Single Page Application
Abstract:
This session will present an introduction to the AngularJS JavaScript framework. In order to present the main concepts of AngularJS, we will review a simple Single Page Application (SPA) constructed with the framework. A basic knowledge of HTML and JavaScript will be helpful in understanding the concepts presented in this session.
SessionID: 36439
Navigating the Hadoop Stack
Event Date: 01-08-2015 - Session time: 10:30:00 - Track: Mixed Track
Speaker: Scott Shaw
Title: Navigating the Hadoop Stack
Abstract:
Hadoop distributions can be a complicated road to navigate. Application names such as Spark, Pig, Hive, Falcon, and Ranger are interesting but give no indication as to what purpose they server or how they can be helpful to your organization. We'll take time in this session to work through the various components (Hortonworks HDP ships with 23 projects) and find which ones fit into your specific needs.
SessionID: 36725
Database Design: Size DOES Matter
Event Date: 01-08-2015 - Session time: 10:30:00 - Track: SQL Development
Speaker: Thomas LaRock
Title: Database Design: Size DOES Matter
Abstract:
SessionID: 36888
Write Scripts with C# and scriptcs
Event Date: 01-08-2015 - Session time: 10:30:00 - Track: .NET
Speaker: Ryan Rousseau
Title: Write Scripts with C# and scriptcs
Abstract:
In this session, we will introduce scriptcs, an opensource project that makes it easy to write and execute C# with a simple text editor. We will cover some features unique to scriptcs including modules, script packs, and script libraries. We will also highlight some interesting ways that scriptcs is being used by other projects.
SessionID: 37596
Programming with Patterns
Event Date: 01-08-2015 - Session time: 10:30:00 - Track: .NET
Speaker: Jeremy Cronan
Title: Programming with Patterns
Abstract:
There are many types of Patterns available for programming anything from Windows to Web Developement to anything. Come learn some patterns and when best to use them.
SessionID: 37838
Leveraging SharePoint Search and Client Side Rendering
Event Date: 01-08-2015 - Session time: 10:30:00 - Track: SharePoint
Speaker: Jameson Bozeman
Title: Leveraging SharePoint Search and Client Side Rendering
Abstract:
Teaching users at all technical levels how to use SharePoint 2013’s search webparts to display content from any location with custom visuals. This session will also discuss the strengths and limitations of search along with best practices for implementing search solutions.
SessionID: 37856
Business Analytics for Cadence Management
Event Date: 01-08-2015 - Session time: 10:30:00 - Track: Executive
Speaker: Patrick Thompson
Title: Business Analytics for Cadence Management
Abstract:
Join Patrick Thompson, Sparkhound General Manager Partner and former CIO for several Louisiana Fortune 500 companies, as he highlights proven strategies for selecting the key lead and lag metrics to align IT with business goals, organizing those measurements and forecasts into a cadence management dashboard, and coaching your teams to use that dashboard effectively. Sparkhound Analytics Strategist Rusty Frioux will also dive into specific business problems companies are solving through analytics and field your questions.
SessionID: 37889
Improving your communication and leadership through Toastmasters
Event Date: 01-08-2015 - Session time: 10:30:00 - Track: Career Foundations
Speaker: Stacy Vicknair
Title: Improving your communication and leadership through Toastmasters
Abstract:
Since 1924, Toastmasters International has been recognized as the leading organization dedicated to communication and
leadership skill development. Through its worldwide network of clubs, each week Toastmasters helps more than a quarter
million men and women of every ethnicity, education level and profession build their competence in communication so they
can gain the confidence to lead others.
By regularly giving speeches, gaining feedback, leading teams and guiding others to achieve their goals in a supportive
atmosphere, leaders emerge. They learn to tell their stories. They listen and answer. They plan and lead. They give feedback —
and accept it. They find their path to leadership.
In this session we will demonstrate how a Toastmasters meeting operates, answer your questions about how toastmasters can improve your career and tell you where you can find a club that fits your schedule. Join us and find your path!
SessionID: 38642
Event Date: 01-08-2015 - Session time: 10:30:00 - Track: SQL Development
Speaker: Jim Murphy
Abstract:
SessionID: 11637
Mastering your Resume Interview: Tips to Get Hired
Event Date: 01-08-2015 - Session time: 12:15:00 - Track: Career Foundations
Speaker: Christine Assaf
Title: Mastering your Resume Interview: Tips to Get Hired
Abstract:
Looking for a job? Learn trade secrets from a Recruiter! Resume blunders and interview tips, this session will focus on ten most important things you can do to get hired.
SessionID: 35865
Back to Basics - What is BI?
Event Date: 01-08-2015 - Session time: 12:15:00 - Track: Business Intelligence
Speaker: Stacey Hopkins
Title: Back to Basics - What is BI?
Abstract:
SessionID: 35968
SQL Server Optimization for SharePoint
Event Date: 01-08-2015 - Session time: 12:15:00 - Track: Mixed Track
Speaker: Sven Aelterman
Title: SQL Server Optimization for SharePoint
Abstract:
DBAs know that SharePoint just doesn't play nice with SQL Server. SharePoint administrators know that DBAs just don't understand SharePoint. This session will show hands-on how to get a SQL Server instance set up effectively for SharePoint 2013. It's not black magic and it doesn't involve undocumented trace flags. Maybe DBAs and SharePoint admins can't get along in social circles, but at least you'll be able to cooperate after this session.
SessionID: 36122
JS Approaches for the .NET Developer
Event Date: 01-08-2015 - Session time: 12:15:00 - Track: .NET
Speaker: Matthew Borel
Title: JS Approaches for the .NET Developer
Abstract:
From SPA's to sites requiring a minimal front-end, we'll explore a few different approaches for setting up, bundling, and writing JavaScript in a way that fits the demands of your specific project. The session will be delivered through examples using Visual Studio, MVC, and AngularJS, but the overall analysis of pros/cons in front-end heavy sites and project organization can be applied in ways that are framework agnostic.
SessionID: 36735
$#*! Your Database Says About Me
Event Date: 01-08-2015 - Session time: 12:15:00 - Track: SQL Development
Speaker: Karen Lopez
Title: $#*! Your Database Says About Me
Abstract:
Does your data sit around mocking your best attempts to support good data practices? Databases are also bound by the GIGO rule: Garbage In is Garbage Out. In this presentation, Karen shows you examples of the types of mistakes, misunderstandings and outright cheats that lead to poor data quality, mistrust in IT systems and overall smelliness in our IT solutions-- using real-life evidence of her own data in your systems.
SessionID: 37591
Ensuring Quality Mobile Apps with Testing and Crash Reporting
Event Date: 01-08-2015 - Session time: 12:15:00 - Track: Web/Mobile Development
Speaker: Seth Valdetero
Title: Ensuring Quality Mobile Apps with Testing and Crash Reporting
Abstract:
SessionID: 37601
Managing SQL Server in the Enterprise with TLAs
Event Date: 01-08-2015 - Session time: 12:15:00 - Track: SQL DBA Foundations
Speaker: Nancy Hidy Wilson
Title: Managing SQL Server in the Enterprise with TLAs
Abstract:
Technologists are overwhelmed with TLAs (Three-Letter Acronyms) in their everyday life. This session will introduce several SQL Server features designed to make a DBA’s life easier. If you aren’t using CMS (Central Management Server), PBM (Policy Based Management), and EPM (Enterprise Policy Management Framework) – come learn what they are and the potential benefits in using them to manage your environment - from SQL 2000 to SQL 2014!
SessionID: 37669
Exploring Your SQL Server Databases with T-SQL
Event Date: 01-08-2015 - Session time: 12:15:00 - Track: SQL DBA Foundations
Speaker: Scott Swanberg
Title: Exploring Your SQL Server Databases with T-SQL
Abstract:
In this present, I share a set of basic scripts that I've developed, over the years, which mine the metadata in the various system functions, stored procedures, tables, catalog views, and dynamic management views, Together, they reveal all the secrets of the databases on the instance, their size, file locations, and their design, including columns, data types, defaults, keys and indexes. You will walk away with 40 scripts to reverse engineer a database
SessionID: 37679
Date and Time concepts, gotchas, and best practices in .NET
Event Date: 01-08-2015 - Session time: 12:15:00 - Track: .NET
Speaker: Travis Overmier
Title: Date and Time concepts, gotchas, and best practices in .NET
Abstract:
Explores the usage of the DateTime support built-in to .NET and date and time storage concepts in general. If you have ever wondered "How should I store this date and time?", "What is the difference between a time offset and a time zone?", or even "What does UTC mean anyway?" then this session is for you.
SessionID: 37700
What to expect from QA
Event Date: 01-08-2015 - Session time: 12:15:00 - Track: Mixed Track
Speaker: Lyle Hutson
Title: What to expect from QA
Abstract:
SessionID: 37850
Beginning Automation with Powershell
Event Date: 01-08-2015 - Session time: 12:15:00 - Track: PowerShell
Speaker: Amy Herold
Title: Beginning Automation with Powershell
Abstract:
SessionID: 37855
Dashboards for Everyone with Microsoft Power BI and Excel
Event Date: 01-08-2015 - Session time: 12:15:00 - Track: Executive
Speaker: Rusty Frioux
Title: Dashboards for Everyone with Microsoft Power BI and Excel
Abstract:
SessionID: 39098
Virtualize all the things!
Event Date: 01-08-2015 - Session time: 12:15:00 - Track: Windows Server/Virtualization
Speaker: David Pechon
Title: Virtualize all the things!
Abstract:
SessionID: 10790
The Binary Language of Music
Event Date: 01-08-2015 - Session time: 13:30:00 - Track: Mixed Track
Speaker: Brian Rigsby
Title: The Binary Language of Music
Abstract:
Take a fascinating journey into how our minds work and discover how the binary and mathematical patterns found in music can be used to learn the underlying language of music and be applied to other disciplines.
SessionID: 14459
Introduction to Master Data Management (MDM) with SQL Server Master Data Services (MDS) for Beginner
Event Date: 01-08-2015 - Session time: 13:30:00 - Track: Business Intelligence
Speaker: Gene Webb
Title: Introduction to Master Data Management (MDM) with SQL Server Master Data Services (MDS) for Beginner
Abstract:
What is master data management and why should I care about it?
What does the master data services components of SQL Server do for me?
Overview of all features of MDS
How to build out an MDM subject area
How to use MDS for reference data management
How to use MDS for data quality
How to use MDS with a data warehouse to improve data quality
SessionID: 21253
Startup 101: Lessons Learned
Event Date: 01-08-2015 - Session time: 13:30:00 - Track: Mixed Track
Speaker: Michael Viron
Title: Startup 101: Lessons Learned
Abstract:
In this session we'll cover key lessons learned from both creating new divisions, product launches, and starting new organizations. These can help speed up the initial startup phases, decrease expenses, and build a successful team-based environment.
SessionID: 25817
Configuration Manager and the SQL Broker Service - DRS
Event Date: 01-08-2015 - Session time: 13:30:00 - Track: DBA Advanced
Speaker: Steven Rachui
Title: Configuration Manager and the SQL Broker Service - DRS
Abstract:
When installed in a hierarchy Configuration Manager leverages the SQL Broker service to replicate data between the various sites. Understanding how Configuration Manager leverages SQL Broker and how to troubleshoot when things go wrong is critical to maintain proper hierarchy function. This session will describe how Configuration Manager replication works along with demonstrations that will highlight replication processing. We will also work through troubleshooting techniques that can be used from easiest to more complex.
SessionID: 28153
Possible Musics: SSAS Multidimensional vs Tabular
Event Date: 01-08-2015 - Session time: 13:30:00 - Track: Business Intelligence
Speaker: William E Pearson III
Title: Possible Musics: SSAS Multidimensional vs Tabular
Abstract:
The Analysis Services 2012 Business Intelligence Semantic Model (BISM) unifies Multidimensional (OLAP) and Tabular (relational) options for organizational BI. BI professionals can implement Multidimensional cubes, or they can deploy Tabular models developed by business users to a dedicated server. Those new to Tabular, or those embarking upon BI for the first time with SSAS 2012, may find it difficult to choose between the two paths. In this session, BI Architect, SQL Server MVP and SSAS Maestro Bill Pearson overviews the nature and design goals of each option, comparing Multidimensional and Tabular features. He then offers guidance on selecting the appropriate model, providing examples to illustrate approaches for given scenarios.
SessionID: 35790
PS C:\gt; Get-Started -With 'PowerShell Desired State Configuration'
Event Date: 01-08-2015 - Session time: 13:30:00 - Track: PowerShell
Speaker: Mike Robbins
Title: PS C:\gt; Get-Started -With 'PowerShell Desired State Configuration'
Abstract:
SessionID: 36194
Continuous Integration for Databases
Event Date: 01-08-2015 - Session time: 13:30:00 - Track: SQL Development
Speaker: Steve Jones
Title: Continuous Integration for Databases
Abstract:
SessionID: 36920
Row Level Security in Azure and SQL 2016 Databases using Hierarchies
Event Date: 01-08-2015 - Session time: 13:30:00 - Track: DBA Advanced
Speaker: Jamey Johnston
Title: Row Level Security in Azure and SQL 2016 Databases using Hierarchies
Abstract:
This session will show how an organizational asset hierarchy is leveraged together to provide predicate-based Row Level Security on tables in an Azure SQL Database without application changes.
Attendees will leave with a complete working demo they can take to their work and begin to use immediately. The demo will walk completely through creating an Azure SQL Database, creating the application tables and security related tables, loading demo and security data, setting up the RLS and testing the RLS using Excel.
SessionID: 36973
SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) 101
Event Date: 01-08-2015 - Session time: 13:30:00 - Track: SQL DBA Foundations
Speaker: William Assaf
Title: SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) 101
Abstract:
SessionID: 37125
Building rest and websocket APIs with Sails.js
Event Date: 01-08-2015 - Session time: 13:30:00 - Track: Web/Mobile Development
Speaker: Alex Clavelle
Title: Building rest and websocket APIs with Sails.js
Abstract:
Sails is a nodejs mvc framework with express and socket.io integration. I will demonstrate the basics of building an asynchronous database driven application with sails and socket.io. I will also demonstrate the benefits of using some more advanced concepts such as bluebird promises.
SessionID: 37586
The future of C#
Event Date: 01-08-2015 - Session time: 13:30:00 - Track: .NET
Speaker: Ross Murray
Title: The future of C#
Abstract:
C# 6 is out this year, but what's after that? We'll take a look at the features the language design team is working on for C# 7, such as pattern matching and record types. We'll dive deep into how these language features work, what impact they'll have on your code, and what this means for the direction of C# and programming in general.
SessionID: 37711
Staying Afloat in the .NET Asynchronous Ocean
Event Date: 01-08-2015 - Session time: 13:30:00 - Track: .NET
Speaker: Mike Huguet
Title: Staying Afloat in the .NET Asynchronous Ocean
Abstract:
In this session we will walk through the history of Asynchronous programming in .NET and discuss the pros and cons of the wide range of options that are available in the framework. Many examples will be shown with a focus on the modern options, such as the Task Parallel Library and the async keyword. The goal of this session is for you to gain a better understanding of when to use certain options and when not.
SessionID: 37858
Aligning IT and the Business
Event Date: 01-08-2015 - Session time: 13:30:00 - Track: Executive
Speaker: Tim Goedeke
Title: Aligning IT and the Business
Abstract:
No matter how fast business moves, there’s no substitute for a smart, carefully crafted IT plan that is aligned with your business strategy. Join Sparkhound Principal Consultant Tim Goedeke as he discusses his experiences as a fractional CIO, challenged with helping IT fulfill its role as a strategic business partner for speed to market, product / service differentiation and superior end-user experience delivery. Are you ready to eliminate perceptions of IT as a cost center, and paint the vision of IT as a business driver?
SessionID: 24820
Querying Active Directory From SSRS To Secure Reports And Enhance The User Experience
Event Date: 01-08-2015 - Session time: 14:45:00 - Track: Business Intelligence
Speaker: Wes Springob
Title: Querying Active Directory From SSRS To Secure Reports And Enhance The User Experience
Abstract:
As SSRS report developers, we take for granted the security that is built in to Reporting Services. This Session explores the possibilities available to us by querying AD.
SessionID: 35967
Gentle Introduction to T-SQL Window Functions
Event Date: 01-08-2015 - Session time: 14:45:00 - Track: SQL Development
Speaker: Sven Aelterman
Title: Gentle Introduction to T-SQL Window Functions
Abstract:
Since their infancy in SQL Server 2005 and their growth spurt in SQL Server 2012, T-SQL window functions have provided new ways to solve fairly common end-user query requests. However, their successful use requires thinking a little differently about sets than you're used to. In this session, you will explore the basic concepts of ordering, partitioning and framing. Everything will be demonstrated with easy to follow examples that you will be able to adapt quickly to your query needs.
SessionID: 36028
Demystifying The Transaction Log
Event Date: 01-08-2015 - Session time: 14:45:00 - Track: DBA Advanced
Speaker: Robert Canzonire
Title: Demystifying The Transaction Log
Abstract:
SessionID: 36495
Spinning Brown Donuts: Why Storage Still Counts.
Event Date: 01-08-2015 - Session time: 14:45:00 - Track: Windows Server/Virtualization
Speaker: David Pechon
Title: Spinning Brown Donuts: Why Storage Still Counts.
Abstract:
Storage, next to server hardware, is pretty commoditized and probably the least exciting thing in your datacenter. However, not properly assessing your storage needs and requirements can be the difference between a great app or resume generating event. This session will cover topics such as: Why you may not need all flash, SAN is not just NAS spelled backwards, Leveraging cloud storage, Why RAID is not a sound backup solution, and cutting through the marketing to make sense of it all.
SessionID: 36734
The Ticking Timebombs in Your Databases
Event Date: 01-08-2015 - Session time: 14:45:00 - Track: SQL Development
Speaker: Karen Lopez
Title: The Ticking Timebombs in Your Databases
Abstract:
You've worked hard to build the best systems you can, and then one night you get called in to resolve a production incident. As you peer into your database, you see it: something so bad it sends shivers down your spine. How did that get in there? Who did that? Why? And how do you fix it?
In this session, we look at the workarounds, technical debt and clever designs that can cause you grief when you least expect it. We will also include perfectly fine features that can haunt you later. We will discuss how these things happen and give you tools to identify the ones that cause the most pain.
Join us: you'll keep your job, have happier users and get more rest.
SessionID: 36949
Excel 2013 Tips and Tricks for Displaying a Multidimensional Cube
Event Date: 01-08-2015 - Session time: 14:45:00 - Track: Business Intelligence
Speaker: Thomas LeBlanc
Title: Excel 2013 Tips and Tricks for Displaying a Multidimensional Cube
Abstract:
New features have been added to the last couple of Excel releases in order to bring the most used desktop reporting application to a full-featured Business Intelligence reporting tool for Multidimensional Cubes. This session will be filled with demonstration of all these new features with slides only as references to more detailed explanations and uses. Pivot Tables will be the main focus of this 75-minute session with visual tools that enhance graphs and dashboards.
You will leave this session with your brain firing on all cylinders to create cool dashboards with color enhanced backgrounds to signal to users where they should focus their efforts. The new Timeline object makes you breathe a sigh of relief about report filtering by dates. Slicers will give you clues of what data is present. Indicators, data-driven formatting, and spark lines focus attention on what is important to the viewed data set.
SessionID: 37086
Beauty and the Bits: Why both Left and Right Brain MUST be Engaged
Event Date: 01-08-2015 - Session time: 14:45:00 - Track: Career Foundations
Speaker: Calvin Fabre
Title: Beauty and the Bits: Why both Left and Right Brain MUST be Engaged
Abstract:
Whether you plan to run your own consulting business, be a freelancer, or be a healthy part of a software or design team you will need to understand the importance of engaging both your left- and right-brain in the future. Sure, you are smart and you have a good left-brain, but raw processing power, reasoning, and logic are not enough to compete, provide, or even survive in the coming "Conceptual Age." Just as manufacturing automation put much of the "human back" out of business in the Industrial Age, certain forces threaten to put the "human brain" out of business in the age to come. This talk will prepare you for its arrival and insulate you for its duration. Learn how to recognize and utilize the value of well-rounded thinking as you progress throughout your career.
SessionID: 37107
Wearables: Android Wear and Apple Watch in C#
Event Date: 01-08-2015 - Session time: 14:45:00 - Track: Web/Mobile Development
Speaker: James Alt
Title: Wearables: Android Wear and Apple Watch in C#
Abstract:
SessionID: 37706
Prefer Composition over Inheritance - What exactly does that mean?
Event Date: 01-08-2015 - Session time: 14:45:00 - Track: Web/Mobile Development
Speaker: Raghu Dodda
Title: Prefer Composition over Inheritance - What exactly does that mean?
Abstract:
If you heard the axiom prefer composition over inheritance, this talk will demystify what exactly that means. Examples in C# and JavaScript will be used to contrast the two ideas as we apply them to class design.
SessionID: 37854
Managing Customer Expectations - Are you winning or losing?
Event Date: 01-08-2015 - Session time: 14:45:00 - Track: Executive
Speaker: Shannon Duplessis
Title: Managing Customer Expectations - Are you winning or losing?
Abstract:
Excellent customer service and high customer satisfaction must start with understanding customer expectations. Whether your customers are internal (i.e., HR, Finance, Marketing business users) or external, you need to know who your customers are and what their goals are before launching any business initiative. If not, you’ll never win.
Pulling from her industry experience in Government, Legal, Education and Healthcare, Strategic Engagement Manager Shannon Duplessis will use the Sparkhound Assessment Model (SAM) approach to show how to assess client needs, agree upon desired expectations and results, and then develop the right KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) to measure success.
SessionID: 37859
Teaching programming
Event Date: 01-08-2015 - Session time: 14:45:00 - Track: Mixed Track
Speaker: George Mauer
Title: Teaching programming
Abstract:
Tips, tricks, and lessons learned in eight months spent teaching complete beginners how to program with Operation Spark. Includes a discussion of curriculum building, course structure, and learning resources galore.
SessionID: 38766
Introduction to DataZen
Event Date: 01-08-2015 - Session time: 14:45:00 - Track: Business Intelligence
Speaker: Patrick LeBlanc
Title: Introduction to DataZen
Abstract:
This is a must attend session for every data professional. Join me as I provide an overview of DataZen, Microsofts new acquired on-premises mobile BI solution. Datazen is optimized for SQL Server and designed to enable rapid development and publishing of business intelligence in a way that delivers premium user experience on any device. In this session I will provide an overview of DataZen, discuss its key features, provide an architectural overview and final demonstrate how to author and publish dashboards.
SessionID: 39211
Sharing and Reuse with PowerShell Advanced Functions and Modules
Event Date: 01-08-2015 - Session time: 14:45:00 - Track: PowerShell
Speaker: Mike Huguet
Title: Sharing and Reuse with PowerShell Advanced Functions and Modules
Abstract:
SessionID: 8954
jQuery Animation Techniques for Beginners
Event Date: 01-08-2015 - Session time: 14:45:00 - Track: Web/Mobile Development
Speaker: Adam Culpepper
Title: jQuery Animation Techniques for Beginners
Abstract:
I'll be covering examples and sections from my book on how to animate HTML elements on your site using jQuery 2.0 and it's animation techniques