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

Joined August 2011
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Malcolm Smith (He/Him) retweeted
29 Aug 2025
Weโ€™re returning to ICC Wales for #SQLBits2026; here are 5 things we think youโ€™ll love: โœจ A complete venue takeover ๐ŸŒณ Gorgeous woodland surroundings ๐Ÿฅ˜ Delicious, locally sourced Welsh food. ๐Ÿจ Over 1,000 nearby hotel rooms to choose from. ๐Ÿฐ So much to do before & after
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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
19 Jun 2025
๐Ÿ“ข ICYMI: A Hold the Date has been announced for SQLBits 2026 - get the 21-25 April into your calendars, data community! ๐Ÿ“ข
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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.
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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 sqlbits.com/the-bits-buddies
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Malcolm Smith (He/Him) retweeted
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
๐ŸŒŸ Call for Speakers: Women in Tech Luncheon at #PASSDataSummit 2025 Are you a passionate speaker with insights for women in tech? @DATA_WIT invites dynamic speakers to present a one-hour keynote at this year's WIT Luncheon! ๐Ÿ”— Submit your proposal: dataplatformwit.com/2025/05/โ€ฆ
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Heard about the @SQLBits Neon Theme and have questions, check out the #BitsBuddies drop-in call today via the Hub hub.sqlbits.com/hub/events/5โ€ฆ or our page sqlbits.com/the-bits-buddies Details for the remain calls will be on both

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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 sqlbits.com/the-bits-buddies See you soon...
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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 linkedin.com/posts/mhsql_bitโ€ฆ

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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 -emea01.safelinks.protection.โ€ฆ

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The prep is starting for the biggest event of the year, Hogmanay On behalf of the #BitsBuddies, we hope youโ€™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
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While there is no schedule available, with SQL Server 2025 on its way, based on previous years, #SQLBits2025 should be a great place to find out more. And remember the Saturday is free to attend, though you still need to register.
14 Dec 2024
๐Ÿ›๏ธ Your pass to #SQLBits 2025 is just a click away! ๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ Get ready for cutting-edge sessions, world-class speakers, and unparalleled networking. Book now! sqlbits.com/attend/the-agendโ€ฆ
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Today's the day (or that's what the page said sqlbits.com/attend/pricing/) #SQLBits2025 is open for Super Early Birds, until late Jan 2025 The #BitsBuddies are gathering to plan, and we'll let you know soon So, now we just need for the @SQLBits team to press the 'open' button.
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Now we know lots to plan, and as ever, the #BitsBuddies are around to help That said, first thing Monday, I'll need to clear attending with my manager, which is when the stress (and fun) starts
6 Dec 2024
๐ŸŽ‰ The wait is over! SQLBits 2025 is back at @ExCeLLondon 18-21 June 2025! ๐Ÿ“… Get ready for 4 days of learning, networking & expertise with the best in the business. Join THE conference for data pros to grow, connect & share knowledge. We canโ€™t wait to see you! ๐Ÿ™Œ #SQLBits2025
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Malcolm Smith (He/Him) retweeted
6 Dec 2024
๐ŸŽ‰ The wait is over! SQLBits 2025 is back at @ExCeLLondon 18-21 June 2025! ๐Ÿ“… Get ready for 4 days of learning, networking & expertise with the best in the business. Join THE conference for data pros to grow, connect & share knowledge. We canโ€™t wait to see you! ๐Ÿ™Œ #SQLBits2025
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Malcolm Smith (He/Him) retweeted
4 Sep 2024
Waiting for SQLBits to announce 2025 like...๐Ÿ’ป
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Malcolm Smith (He/Him) retweeted
Hey SSMS friends - re-sharing this link to a feedback item I created about the compatibility level list that appears on the options tab in the database properties dialog. I want to hear (in a constructive manner :) what you think! feedback.azure.com/d365commuโ€ฆ

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The #BitsBuddies haven't been let in on the theme, whatever it will be #SQLBits2025 will be an amazing event. I'm sure the guess where questions will be coming soon, our best guess is not London.
24 Apr 2024
Is it that time again... already? Want to take a guess at the theme for #SQLBits2025?๐Ÿ‘€ x.com/SQLBits/status/1783177โ€ฆ
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If it's your first ever blog or vlog, I'm sure the community has your back Don't be shy. Share what you have, knowing we are interested in what YOU think This was a little late from #SQLBits2023, but it is still relevant about travelling and helping out mhsql.github.io/2023/12/09/Tโ€ฆ
15 Apr 2024
Have you written a blog about #SQLBit2024? We'd love to read them!๐Ÿ“šโœ๏ธ Drop them in the comments!๐Ÿ‘

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With many non tech sessions at #SQLBits2024, don't miss an opportunity to learn from an inspirational leader I'm sure this session can help you to be the manager in IT you always wanted
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Malcolm Smith (He/Him) retweeted
19 Mar 2024
For those looking for the android SQLBits App! ๐Ÿ“ฒ play.google.com/store/apps/dโ€ฆ

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