SQL 2005 Webcasts and Virtual Labs

SQL Server 2005 is data management and analysis software that delivers enhanced security, availability, and scalability to mission-critical data applications—while making them easier to develop, deploy, and manage. Choose from a wide range of live and on-demand webcasts. Or take part in a virtual lab, which allows you to cut your teeth on the new platform by experimenting with its different capabilities.

http://www.microsoft.com/sql/eval/webcast.mspx?wt.mc_id=sql.ad.01037

Free SQL Server 2005 Training

Whether you are interested in database administration, database development, or business intelligence, you can access the E-Learning topic you want, when you want it, and learn at your own pace. Each lesson includes hands-on virtual labs and offline functionality.  In addition, you may consider taking a free Microsoft Skills Assessment to help you meet your Microsoft SQL Server 2005 training goals. You'll receive a learning roadmap with additional skills resources including instructor-led classroom training and books.

https://www.microsoftelearning.com/sqlserver2005/default.aspx

TechNet Webcast: Introduction to SQL Server 2005 Reporting Services (Level 200)

Wednesday, July 05, 2006 11:30 AM Pacific Time (US & Canada)

This webcast introduces Microsoft SQL Server 2005 Reporting Services. We discuss its place in the Microsoft business intelligence solutions strategy, and explore the components and features that comprise the Reporting Services platform. Find out about the many new and exciting features that have been added to Reporting Services since Microsoft SQL Server 2000. Gain an understanding of the report lifecycle, and see how to create, publish, manage, and deliver reports using the new tools and features in SQL Server 2005 Reporting Services. At the end of the session, you should be ready to create and publish reports that can enhance your organization's business knowledge.

http://msevents.microsoft.com/cui/WebCastEventDetails.aspx?EventID=1032301587&EventCategory=4&culture=en-US&CountryCode=US

MSDN Webcast: What I Wish Developers Knew About Writing Queries in SQL Server 2005 (Level 200)

Wednesday, July 12, 2006 9:00 AM Pacific Time (US & Canada)

As a consultant, I visit many companies that are having performance problems with Microsoft SQL Server 2005 database. This webcast describes some of the most common problems I see from clients, and explains how to avoid them. I cover reading query plans, SQL Profiler, indexing, correlated sub-queries, temporary tables, and user-defined functions, and show how you can use them together to improve performance.

http://msevents.microsoft.com/cui/WebCastEventDetails.aspx?EventID=1032301638&EventCategory=4&culture=en-US&CountryCode=US

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David