MCITP Administrator: Microsoft® SQL Server™ 2005 Optimization and Maintenance (70-444): Study Guide

Acknowledgments

I hate writing books. But I am passionate about training—SQL Server training in particular, having trained thousands of people around the globe over the past decade or so. So first I thank all of those students whom I have had the privilege of teaching; their enthusiasm and particularly their endless questions have tested my knowledge (and patience at times I'll admit) to the fullest.

I had the privilege of being involved in different capacities with Microsoft Learning at Redmond in the development of both the SQL Server 2005 certification and the courseware development. I saw firsthand the dedication and the hours put in by members of the team. So thanks go to Annie, Barbara, Ben, Chris, Colin, David, Ed, Kareena, Karl, Katalin, ...