About me
I am a genuine freelancer (I avoid inside IR35/umbrella gigs like the plague) specialising in SQL Server/Azure DBA Consultancy for over twenty years using all supported versions of SQL Server 2000 – 2022 & Azure SQL Database/Managed Instance.
I am highly proficient in database design, legacy migration, security, performance tuning, Azure migration, Upgrades, HA/DR Able to work in any IT environment ensuring mission critical deadlines are met and the quality of work is of the highest level,
I am an unashamed geek/nerd and love being at the coalface playing with the sql toys, however I can easily speak to stakeholders without all the technobabble.
Also addicted to losing at Chess.
Industry
Information technology or telecommunications professional IT engineer
Skills
Azure SQL SQL Server T-SQL (Transact-SQL) Creating & Modifying Database Structures Database Management Databases / Database Management Systems Security SQL Microsoft Azure
Achievements
Azure Database Administrator Associate
Microsoft, 2022
Microsoft Certified: Azure Database Administrator Associate certification.
MCSE Data Management & Analytics
Microsoft, 2017
MCSE Data Management & Analytics
MCSA SQL Server 2016 Database Administration
Microsoft, 2017
MCSA SQL Server 2016 Database Administration