November 2, 2014 at 8:41 am
Hi.I am learning SQL Server in hope to get a job as dba.I'm early in my learning process.I watched some youtube videos and became familiar with basic queries,syntax and etc.My question is how to continue from now on?What are some good books(or other online resources) to learn about SQL Server and especially operational side of it(such as backup/restore, performance tuning, and security administration) .I'm learning by my own and any guidance really would be appreciated.Thanks.
November 2, 2014 at 12:55 pm
One of the first, and most important resources, you've already found. SQL Server Central is one of the best places to get more learning. Not only from the forums like you have already found, but all the articles posted on here daily. In particular you should check out the Stairways over on the left. Another web site that's good is Simple-Talk.com. As far as books go, there are tons and tons (a few below in my signature are personal favorites for obvious reasons). If you're just getting started, the one book I always recommend is Itzik Ben-Gan's book on T-SQL Querying. It's a must have on every DBAs desk.
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November 3, 2014 at 2:46 pm
Troubleshooting SQL Server: A Guide for the Accidental DBA
is a good one
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November 3, 2014 at 3:03 pm
The books section in this site is a good source.
November 3, 2014 at 3:10 pm
Ditto what was said thus far.
...and especially operational side of it(such as backup/restore, performance tuning, and security administration)
I would add: Beginning SQL Server 2012 Administration 😉
-- Itzik Ben-Gan 2001
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