What is Simple Talk?
Simple Talk is an editorially independent technical journal for people who work with databases, data platforms and the software around them. It is funded by Redgate but not written by Redgate: articles come from practising DBAs, developers, architects and BI specialists, are technically reviewed and edited before publication, and our author policy does not allow AI-generated content. See About Simple Talk for the full story.
FAQs
1. How do I log in?
Click Register or Log in, located at the top-right of any page. We want to cut out all unnecessary sign-ins so we have decided to aim for just one. The first time you log in you’ll be asked to use your Redgate ID, or create one if you don’t have one already. If the email address matches your existing account, we’ll link the Redgate ID and the account – you’ll use the Redgate ID to log in from now on.
If they don’t match, we’ll set up a new account for you, or you can match your account manually.
If you’re not already opted in to emails from Redgate, you won’t start receiving them now – RGID is just used as an authentication method for your account.
If you use two different addresses, any emails you receive will continue to go to the address you originally signed up with, unless you change it on your account page.
2. Do you have a newsletter I can subscribe to?
Yes! Please head to the Subscribe page to learn more and sign up for free.
3. How do I leave a comment?
You can leave a comment at the end of an article. If you’re not already logged in to Simple Talk, you can also log in to comment with Twitter, Facebook, Disqus or Google.
4. Can I receive notifications for replies to my comments?
Yes – just click the “Subscribe” icon underneath the comments field, and any further comments will send a notification to the email address associated with your login details. You can also unsubscribe from here, or from within the emails.
5. Why isn't my comment appearing?
It’s probably gone into our moderation system. You might have used a saltier word than we’re keen on, or advertised medication for gentlemanly complaints. If there’s technical content in there, we’ll put it on the site just as soon as we’ve looked it over.
6. Can I contribute to Simple Talk?
Yes! We are always on the lookout for new contributors to Simple Talk. Learn more on the Write For Us page.
7. Can I give feedback on Simple Talk?
Yes! We always love to receive feedback from our readers. Please send any comments to editor@simple-talk.com.
8. Is Simple Talk the same thing as Redgate?
No. Redgate Software is the company that makes database tools and funds Simple Talk. Simple Talk is Redgate’s editorially independent technical journal: separate site, separate editorial team, and articles written by practitioners from across the community rather than by Redgate. Articles about Redgate’s products are on the Redgate Blog, not here.
9. What does the Simple Talk newsletter include, and is it free?
If you work with databases, yes: it is free, and it brings the latest articles and opinion pieces, early access to podcast episodes and events, industry news and occasional prize draws. Around 30,000 people receive it. Subscribe to the newsletter here.
10. Is Simple Talk still actively updated?
Yes. New articles are published weekly and the podcast releases new episodes; the newest content is always on the homepage and the articles hub.