Malcolm Smith (He/Him)

#BitsBuddies, SQL Geek, data professional and lifelong learner.

[SQLBits @SQLBits]

We’re returning to ICC Wales for #SQLBits2026; here are 5 things we think you’ll love:

✨ A complete venue takeover
🌳 Gorgeous woodland surroundings
🥘 Delicious, locally sourced Welsh food.
🏨 Over 1,000 nearby hotel rooms to choose from.
🏰 So much to do before & after

[Malcolm Smith (He/Him) @mhSQL]

@BuckWoodyMSFT Missing the things AI thoughts they Teach and Don't Teach

[Malcolm Smith (He/Him) @mhSQL]

@BuckWoodyMSFT @estherschindler Which version of English is that one?

All too often we get English (American) as our default, which adds in a few other nationalities.

(When will I be able to select English - Geordie, that's the one I know best)

[Malcolm Smith (He/Him) @mhSQL]

@GOVUK Do you support non UK addresses yet?
Last time i notified an address change, it couldn't be processed, not much good for changing address or renewal

[Malcolm Smith (He/Him) @mhSQL]

@BuckWoodyMSFT I'm glad you provided a sample photo, I'm not sure the world it ready for the alternative Buck Mooning experience 😉

[Malcolm Smith (He/Him) @mhSQL]

If you missed the exclusive announcements at the @Microsoft Keynote, this news from @SQLBits
In the announcement, they mentioned a super super early bird offer, watch out for more news
#SQLBits2026
And the #BitsBuddies will share via LinkedIn as soon as we here more

[SQLBits @SQLBits]

📢 ICYMI: A Hold the Date has been announced for SQLBits 2026 - get the 21-25 April into your calendars, data community! 📢

[Malcolm Smith (He/Him) @mhSQL]

Yes, Tropical Storm Season, just in time for my flight westerly to @SQLBits

For those able to attend this year, weather permitting, see you Wed 18th to Sat 21st June at the @ExceLLondon

Safe travels, everyone.

[Malcolm Smith (He/Him) @mhSQL]

In two weeks, which @SQLBits Pub Quiz Team will you be on?
#BitsBuddies are helping with allocating tables, if you don't have a team, see us onsite.
If you need help now, we have three Drop-in calls left, one today - check our page for times & links https://t.co/iAjBrxEGMT

[Malcolm Smith (He/Him) @mhSQL]

@BuckWoodyMSFT I thought it was Typhoon season.
Whichever, hopefully its a peaceful season this year.

[Malcolm Smith (He/Him) @mhSQL]

@BuckWoodyMSFT For some British people loosing 50 pounds has two meanings, either an expensive piece of paper or a unit of measure the Europeans prefer the British don't use any more

I'm happier to lose the second than the first

[Annabel Bradford @abjbradford]

Please share this with your connections and colleagues to help us reach everyone who could be interested in submitting for this year's #PASSDataSummit WIT Keynote

[Malcolm Smith (He/Him) @mhSQL]

Heard about the @SQLBits Neon Theme and have questions, check out the #BitsBuddies drop-in call today via the Hub https://t.co/YegR17zoex or our page https://t.co/iAjBrxEGMT
Details for the remain calls will be on both

[Malcolm Smith (He/Him) @mhSQL]

In case you missed the news, #BitsBuddies have moved to LinkedIn for our main updates

This is a reminder we're doing drop-in calls again this year, next one Wed 12th Mar 1pm

More details (and our LinkedIn Group) on the @SQLBits website https://t.co/iAjBrxEGMT
See you soon...

[Malcolm Smith (He/Him) @mhSQL]

The #BitsBuddies have moved to LinkedIn, so you may have missed this.
Hopefully you can join our group there and maybe join one of the @SQLBits drop in calls to get ready for #SQLBits2025

https://t.co/QKhnnWrqnr

[Malcolm Smith (He/Him) @mhSQL]

@BuckWoodyMSFT Sadly, some may also need to watch the video 'What is a book and where to find one'.

[Malcolm Smith (He/Him) @mhSQL]

@SQLBits This year we're Teams only, though looking at different days & time, if Thursday Lunchtime (UK - It's late evening for me), then let us know what works best for you, as we're here to help you get the best.

[Malcolm Smith (He/Him) @mhSQL]

The #BitsBuddies Drop-in calls are back, if you missed us join or head over to LinkedIn for more regular updates from us, about @SQLBits
If you don't know what to ask, we have no agenda but this far out are looking at how to Convince the Boss & Travel -https://t.co/mcgdJ9NTmR

[Malcolm Smith (He/Him) @mhSQL]

@SQLBits To be honest,
Data Management
Data Modelling
Data Analysis
Data Processing
and Data Security
While hype and tech options change, the key principles remain the same, and always important trends to follow

[Malcolm Smith (He/Him) @mhSQL]

The prep is starting for the biggest event of the year, Hogmanay
On behalf of the #BitsBuddies, we hope you’re having a great Holiday season and are gearing up for the final event (before Lunar New Year late Jan 2025, more holidays)
And your 2025 is an improvement on 2024

[Malcolm Smith (He/Him) @mhSQL]

@SQLBits A chance to enjoy the company of the #SQLFamily and have fun at @SQLBits

Oh, and to learn about Dark Mode, SSMS AI, Fabric and did someone say SQL Server 2025