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Quick deadlock inspection in SQL Server
Introduction Deadlocks occur when multiple processes (usually two) are trying to access the same resource. Sql Server decides – after a specified period of time – to terminate one of…
LucidChart and draw.io – useful, free drawing tools
Ever wanted to quickly throw together an architectural diagram, a UML diagram or any diagram for that matter? Not everyone has access to Visio or an advanced drawing tool. LucidChart…
Truly Ergonomic–TECK keyboard review
Based on a positive review of the TECK keyboard (on anandtech), I decided to try this keyboard. Here is my feedback. 1. The mechanical keys on this keyboard are the…
svn cleanup failed–previous operation has not finished; run cleanup if it was interrupted
Usually, an svn cleanup fixes most issues with tortoise svn. However, I ran into an issue which caused me some grief. The specific error I was seeing: Previous operation has…
Why I enjoy being a Microsoft .NET architect
Introduction Whenever I am discussing the merits of the .NET platform with my professional colleagues, I am called on to defend my choice of this platform. And while I find…
Houston Oil and Gas and .NET Architects
Houston and Microsoft Houston just seems to be a hotbed of Microsoft centric development. Part of the reason is that .NET is one of the most scalable offerings out there…
What makes a name successful?
In order to be commercially successful, a name must achieve two goals: Have a successful launch (‘stick’ in the customer’s memory instantly). Retain the customer’s attention long-term (Creativity in the…
What’s in a name? Naming your business (or product or website) may make or break your business
Product Names Google, iPod, Blackberry – we take these names for granted – but before they were blockbuster hits, they were a mere drop in a bucket full of thousands…
The Publish Subscribe Pattern in C# and some gotchas
This post does three things: Provides a complete implementation of the publish subscribe pattern in C#. Highlights 4 potential issues that are inherent to ANY publish subscribe implementation – including…
Using CSS Templates with ASP.NET MVC
Find a CSS layout that you like – one good source is In your MVC solution, in the shared views folders, there should be a file. This file contains razor…