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  • Blog Post: Installing SQL Server Data Tools (BI and Data Projects) in Visual Studio 2012 or Visual Studio 2012 Shell

    ilikesql
    About SQL Server Data Tools In this blog it is my goal to outline how to successfully obtain and install SQL Server Data Tools for both database development projects, as well as Business Intelligence Projects. First, we'll have a look at each of the components, and go over the features / how to install...
    on 10 Mar 2013

  • Blog Post: BareMetal Hands-on-Labs and workshop - current and futures

    ilikesql
    Anyone who attended TechED, SQL PASS Summit, any internal Microsoft events or the MVP Summit on SQL must have heard about BareMetal hands-on-labs. Based on the interest, feedback and request to add the script files and manuals I am attaching the current DRAFT version of the Mission Critical Manual to...
    on 5 Jun 2011

  • Blog Post: SQL Server BareMetal Workshop series - part 1: How to build an installation VHD file that includes all software needed to start with SQL Server 2012 Database and Business Intelligence

    ilikesql
    I truly wanted to write this type of blog long time ago, but given the fact that next week I am teaching our SQL Server 2012 Workshop, for which I did the primary design and development (and thus also delivery), I think it is very time appropriate to start with these series now. In these series, I...
    on 17 Jan 2012

  • Blog Post: by popular demand - SQL BareMetal scripts

    ilikesql
    If you ever attended any of our SQL BareMetal Hands-on-Labs or Workshop, pretty sure you were excited about some of the scripting. On popular demand I have looked at an easy way to distribute some of that scripting, and in the future we will continue to update these scripts with the upcoming and planned...
    on 4 Nov 2011

  • Blog Post: Automating installation of SQL Server, SSDT, Office 2013 and Visual Studio 2012

    ilikesql
    Automated and unattended installations Being able to install software fully automated can significantly reduce download times, walking through many graphical setup tools and waiting to provide options, that you can typically fully automate. The following use case scenario will show you why, and will...
    on 10 Mar 2013

  • Blog Post: Firewall Configurations for SQL Server

    ilikesql
    I've been asked the question many times, and you probably have seen it before ... The "warning" message that displays during a SQL Server installation and warns you about "Firewall" configurations. To optimize for a minimal footprint and maximum security, configuring the right firewall settings might...
    on 10 Aug 2011

  • Blog Post: get your hands dirty with SQL Server 2012 SP1

    ilikesql
    Today I am happy to share with you that we released our updated hands-on-labs to our public portal. On www.microsoft.com/sqlserverlabs you'll find a set of pre-configured hands-on-labs that will allow you to get your hands dirty on the latest and greatest technology and features in SQL Server 2012...
    on 25 Feb 2013

  • Blog Post: SQL PASS - Hands-on-Labs goodness ...

    ilikesql
    To follow up on a general request by the attendees at SQLPASS, I promised to post a link to our existing SQL Server 2008 R2 and SQL Azure Hands-on-Labs. Some of these labs are hosted as part of the Technet Virtual Labs or MSDN Virtual labs, which makes it very easy for you to experience SQL Server...
    on 13 Nov 2010

  • Blog Post: SQL Server 2012 BareMetal Workshop - Are you an MCT?

    ilikesql
    Are you a Microsoft Certified Trainer that teaches SQL Server 2012? Based on the succes of our BareMetal Hands-on-Labs and Instructor Led Labs we are building a 2 Day Workshop for Business Intelligence and Mission Critical. Are you interested in becoming one of the referenced trainers and ready...
    on 31 Oct 2011

  • Blog Post: How to install a .MSI file unattended

    ilikesql
    As part of our hands-on-lab builds ( www.microsoft.com/sqlserverlabs ), I frequently have to install .MSI files. Using unattended installations for the majority of software installations significantly reduces installation time. The process below indicates how to install a .MSI unattended. How...
    on 10 Mar 2013

  • Blog Post: BareMetal – Implementing a Microsoft BI solution ….. from scratch…

    ilikesql
    I had a great opportunity to do a lot of content development to provide real hands-on-experience, through Hands-on-Labs and Virtual Machines. Mostly, this has been experienced as a great way to Learn new products, or learn how to implement features and Technology. A couple of events (conferences)...
    on 24 Aug 2010

  • Blog Post: SQL Server Code Name "Denali" CTP 3 - Product Guide

    ilikesql
    Our team is pleased to announce the release of the SQL Server Code Name “Denali” Community Technology Preview 3 (CTP3) Product Guide v1. It is available for download at http://go.microsoft.com/fwlink/?LinkID=225814 . The SQL Server Code Name “Denali” CTP3 Product Guide includes...
    on 9 Aug 2011