Depending on the size of your organization, you may need to wear two
hats: development DBA and operational DBA. It seems you already have a
bit of experience in database development. To excel in this area, it's
quite helpful to have a solid understanding of data modeling and
relational theory so you might consider adding to your knowledge of
those areas, if needed.
The operational side is a different beast and concentrates of
backup/recovery, maintenance, tuning, etc. If your responsibilities
include these areas, Inside SQL Server 2000 <www.insidesqlserver.com> is
a very good resource as well as a thorough perusal of the Books Online.
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Hope this helps.
Dan Guzman
SQL Server MVP
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"Member" <sa***@REMOVETHISSPAMapmsolutions.ca> wrote in message
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Hi group.
I have been working with ColdFusion and SQL Server for some time
now....abour 4 years I guess. I have developed various web
applications successfully. The scenario I am in is that a company would like me to
come on with them as a lead database admin type guy. I would still do a
little CF development....but mostly it will be data management with SQL Server.
Now....like I said...I have worked with databases for quite a
while...specifically SQL Server, and I am quite comfortable with
it......but Im kinda worried that the position involves a lot more than I have
done. Mind you I will have first hand knowledge of the database in place
which is what this position is for....so I have somewhat of an advantage.
But....Im just wondering if I should do a short course that teaches me the ins
and outs again. It's like I develop databases by winging it. Know what I
mean. I think I know what I am doing...but what if I don't? Just wondering
what your thoughts are.