Whatever you're building - an idea, a career, a better version of yourself - keep going. Progress isn’t always loud, but it’s always worth it. The finish line isn’t just ahead... it’s yours to define.

Reading > SQL Server 2025 just got smarter! Built-in regex functions are here - making pattern matching and data validation more powerful than ever. Check out this deep dive from MSSQLTips - Free Daily #SQLServer Tips mssqltips.com/sqlservertip/8… #SQLServer #Regex #DataEngineering

Rise and grind; it’s game time. Champions aren’t born in the spotlight, they’re built in the early hours when no one’s watching. Lace up, lock in, and seize this day with purpose.

Reading > Announcing SQL Server 2025 (preview): The AI-ready enterprise database from ground to cloud microsoft.com/en-us/sql-serv… #SQLServer2025 #AIReady #DataInnovation #MicrosoftSQL #VectorSearch #JSON

New day, new chance. You don’t have to be perfect; you just have to be present. One step, one win, one moment at a time. You’ve got what it takes. Let’s go make today meaningful.

Accelerating Database Modernization Through DevOps & Cloud Integration chrisyatessql.com/2025/07/22/acc… via Chris Yates #DevOps #Azure #Flyway #RedGate #DataEngineering

Today is a gift. Don’t waste the opportunity to love boldly, serve fully, and care deeply. You won’t always control the circumstances, but you can control your attitude, your effort, and how you show up. Let's get after it.

From the early days to today’s global scale—375K+ organizations, 7M+ developers, and 30M+ business users— #PowerBI has transformed how the world works with data. I’m incredibly proud to have been part of this from the start. Thank you to our amazing community, customers, and

Exciting News: Fabric data agents are now available in Copilot Studio! This also means you can consume answers from Fabric data agents from MS Teams! 👉 Learn more: aka.ms/Fabric/Data-Ag… #CopilotStudio #DataAgents #AI #MicrosoftFabric

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Lead with kindness. Serve with excellence. And don’t underestimate the power of small things done consistently, like listening better, smiling more, or showing gratitude. You don’t need permission to make a difference today. Decide the impact you’re going to make, and go make it

Responsible AI: Why Leaders Need More Than Just Guardrails chrisyatessql.com/2025/07/25/res… via Chris Yates #AITransformation #LeadingWithPurpose

Microsoft’s Digital Crimes Unit (DCU) shares the insider story of the successful global takedown of Lumma Stealer—a stealthy, customizable malware that quietly infected nearly 400,000 Windows devices worldwide, stealing passwords and sensitive data. msft.it/6010sGHEi

Microsoft Defender Threat Intelligence (MDTI) is converging directly into Defender XDR and Microsoft Sentinel to provide real-time TI within a unified SecOps experience. msft.it/6014sGr5K This convergence will grant customers access to Microsoft’s extensive repository of

New day, fresh mindset. You’ve got talent, grit, and heart, and today’s a chance to lean into all three. Whether the road ahead looks smooth or messy, just remember: momentum starts with showing up. Make your mark, one task, one moment, one step at a time. Let’s crush it today.

SQL Server 2025: Not Just a Database; A Data Engine Reimagined chrisyatessql.com/2025/07/29/sql… via Chris Yates #SQLServer2025 #AIReady #BuiltWithSQL #VectorSearch #RealTimeData

No one gets there alone. But someone has to lead first. Be the spark. Be the voice. Be the reason your team believes today is worth chasing. Let’s go.

Your path doesn’t have to be perfect - just yours. Keep showing up, keep believing, and one day you’ll look back and realize you became everything you once dreamed of becoming.

Reading > New Book “Three Permissions” Redefines Self-Leadership for a Burnout-Weary Culture desmoinesregister.com/press-release/…

Empowering Technical Teams: Leading with Vision, Not Micromanagement chrisyatessql.com/2025/07/31/emp… via Chris Yates #EmpoweringTeams #VisionaryLeadership #TechLeadership #EngineeringCulture