The Data Access Handbook explains how virtualization is significant for database computing. In this podcast Rob Steward explains the implications virtualization has on the performance of database applications. The podcast runs for 6:30.
In this two-part podcast Rob Steward explains the impact of benchmarks on application performance, and he offers some tips on what to look for when developing them. Part 1, which runs 5:32, focuses on the importance of emulating the number of users when developing benchmarks. Part 2 provides tips on why benchmarks should retrieve data [...]
This podcast runs for 4:38. You can listen to the podcast by clicking on the following link: http://dataaccesshandbook.com/media/Rob8.mp3 From the Podcast: Rob, what are some guidelines for data access and service oriented architecture, and why are both data experts and SOA experts needed to ensure success? Rob Steward: Well I guess the primary answer to [...]