Claire Brooking

Claire is part of the database lifecycle management team at Red Gate, researching continuous delivery, DevOps and working with others in the community on a learning program for database delivery. Claire can also be found on twitter @Claire_Brooking.
15 October 2014
15 October 2014

Book Review: The Phoenix Project

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After hearing from Grant Fritchey that "Anyone who wants to know what DevOps really means should read this" Claire Brooking picked up a copy of The Phoenix Project. This parable of an IT project on the brink of destruction is told with humor and insight. Claire reviews the book, finding that conflict, incidents and mistakes are inevitable - what counts is how the team members grow to manage and resolve them.… Read more
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06 November 2013
06 November 2013

In search of database delivery practitioners and enthusiasts

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We know from speaking with many of you at tradeshows and user groups that database delivery is not a factory production line. During planning, evaluation, quality control, and disaster mitigation, the people having their say at each step means that successful database deployment is a carefully managed course of action. With so many factors involved … Read more
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21 December 2006
21 December 2006

The Simple-Talk Cookbook

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Written by geeks, for geeks, the Simple-Talk Cookbook is a quirky culinary collection of recipes by SQL Server and .NET MVPs and experts, who would like to inspire Simple-Talk readers to ditch their microwave convenience meals for some more nourishing dishes this winter. Chef hats at the ready, because the e-cookbook download is available for free now to registered users...… Read more
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24 November 2006
24 November 2006

Code Red: database missing in action!

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Whoops. You scratch your head and wince as you peer at the screen through closed hands… You just accidentally deleted some data in your database and suddenly all seems lost at sea.  I bet you’ve wished there was a kind of sturdy, orange lifeboat for recovering damaged data when these mistakes happen. We know there … Read more
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18 October 2006
18 October 2006

Here’s your chance to help us develop the next version of SQL Backup…

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A major development of SQL Backup is scheduled for the coming months and Jamie Gerig is looking for a lucky few to help influence the exciting changes ahead.  Red Gate’s usability candidates come from a varied target audience and give vital feedback during the development process. No preparation is required from candidates.  I would also … Read more
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