Craig Guarente

I help people and companies take control from Oracle.

[Craig Guarente @CraigGuarente]

@CIBTGlobal I submitted an expedited request on Jan 3 and it was a disaster.I sent emails and called several times. finally canceled my order today. 7 wasted weeks. I’m renewing through the post office now. Sorry to do this on Twitter but it’s the only way to give you feedback

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It’s a “work outside” day and my trusted companion is all in on it!!! 🐶🐶🐶 Beagles rule. https://t.co/vo3EpeKzi1

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Wouldn’t it be great if Oracle had this attitude with #java? https://t.co/UmOlVODQnQ

[Craig Guarente @CraigGuarente]

Tired of paying crazy high Oracle support costs? You do have the option not to pay. Join our conversation with @vickievana000 from Support Revolution. It's going to be epic!! Tomorrow, July 12, 10:30 NY time (3:30 London/4:30 C…https://t.co/vpcl8il0Sh https://t.co/mPBoDHZYzo

[Craig Guarente @CraigGuarente]

A couple of years ago I wrote about contracting via emojis. Plenty of people questioned me. Today it would be bad form for me to say "I told you so." But..... https://t.co/B9KSQdp9KL

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Okay i may done this once. 🥴 https://t.co/jcLQdfCmMJ

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This one is brutal and hits home as I did this many many years ago. Not at Palisade!! You think something is redacted and it's not. "But because of the interplay of paper, printer ink, Sharpie ink, and optical scanners, a lot mo…https://t.co/m3AYbIGDkZ https://t.co/8GcjQj1sg5

[Craig Guarente @CraigGuarente]

The ridiculously high cost of Oracle technical support is still one of the top issues we hear from clients EVERY SINGLE DAY! I'm thrilled to speak with @vickievana000 from Support Revolution, and discuss the challenges and opportunities every Oracle custo…https://t.co/Qt74AKdLhz

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At the end of the day I'm a contract guy. This one is awesome! "In 2000, the Mets agreed to buy out the remaining $5.9 million on Bonilla's contract. However, instead of paying Bonilla the $5.9 million at the time, the Mets agr…https://t.co/A8vQozrzeM https://t.co/wEJ14uU6hl

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United Airlines CEO takes private jet while his airline melts down. The opposite of good leadership. https://t.co/HIO92c0pmh

[Craig Guarente @CraigGuarente]

Oracle DB now ported to #ARM architecture. Look for a new core factor table. Of course the SUN architecture and ARM (which Oracle invests in) will be .25. Non-Oracle will be more. https://t.co/MaFeTjDdWN

[Craig Guarente @CraigGuarente]

My fav part of this article..."Oracle alleged that [Amazon Web Services (AWS)] engages in 'predatory billing practices' to control the market." As my mother would say, "Ain't that a kick in the head!" https://t.co/HmVthUDX3N

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#WallyMonster joined us at the booth today! Palisade Compliance #procureconit https://t.co/dLKKaTnnPN

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#procureconit here we go!! Palisade Compliance will be talking Oracle Java. https://t.co/iYI3hRFiqt

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@united get us off this plane!! it’s been over an hour waiting for you guys. WTF. this added to the wait time because you over booked this flight. you are getting worse by the day. UA3493 stuck on newark tarmac.

[Craig Guarente @CraigGuarente]

How do I reduce my Oracle tech support costs? After 12 years it’s still the #1 question we hear. Join Victoria Wright from Support Revolution and myself as we take your questions and talk how you can ✂️💶💴💵💷 https://t.co/FrVAbuXUHM

[Craig Guarente @CraigGuarente]

Being on the road means figuring s*** out. Today’s production studio is a hallway in an AirBnb in Key West. Good lighting, sound, and background! Even better content!! #figureitout https://t.co/AKMR6jbrea

[Craig Guarente @CraigGuarente]

Happy Birthday Oracle!! Love 'em or hate 'em, they always keep work interesting!!! https://t.co/vVigWOsOmd

[Craig Guarente @CraigGuarente]

If you use any form of Java you should attend today's session at 1pm edt. Sign up and we will save a virtual space for you! :-) #oracle #redhat #azul #java #openjdk https://t.co/mKlTFsxVSW

[Craig Guarente @CraigGuarente]

I'm excited to be talking with @vickievana000 at Support Revolution. Oracle margins on support are 95%. That's nuts. Let's talk how you can get more for less. Be there or be 🟥. Palisade Compliance https://t.co/j44s83jOTY