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Bio
Short version:
Erik started using SQL Server in 2008 after a dispute with Excel over a vlookup. He enjoys public arguments with the optimizer and wine photography.
Long version:
Erik has been working with SQL Server just about forever
- Really challenging DBA/Developer/Architect roles
- Started consulting for Brent Ozar Unlimited in 2015
Started Darling Data in 2019
- Worked with over 600 very happy clients
- Lots of free community activity like blogging, training, open-source projects
- Speaking about SQL Server at conferences all over the world