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Hiring kit: Database administrator

Tech Republic Data Center

Useful and actionable information is the engine of success that drives the modern business enterprise. The database administrator is responsible for determining how data will be collected, structured and stored so that it can be accessed and processed when.

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Why Database Administrators Are Rising in Prominence

Information Week

As organizations transform into data-driven enterprises, the role of the DBA is shifting from fighting fires to navigating a new world of cloud and automation.

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How Big Data Changes Database Administration

IT Toolbox

Specialization in particular combinations of operating systems and database management software is common, and this allows some team members to gain in-depth experience that is extremely valuable in an enterprise IT setting. How has big data changed this paradigm?

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IDG Contributor Network: Thinking of cutting out your database administrator? Think again

Network World

Once upon a time, there was a role known as the database administrator. Back when all data was stored locally, these employees were the keepers of the company database, responsible for making sure all information was accessible and tracking things such as financial information and customer details.

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The Database Administrator in the Era of Big Data

IT Toolbox

Many IT enterprises are starting pilot projects to implement big data solutions. As a DBA, are you ready to support these efforts, and integrate them into your current architecture, processes, and standards? Where Are You Now? Many DBAs consider themselves already supporting a big data environment. Table sizes in the hundred

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Prep your Enterprise Data Warehouse for Big Data

IT Toolbox

As more and more data is made available the enterprise stages large data stores into the enterprise data warehouse. These Big Data implementations bring their own problems and issues, and will require database administrators and support staff to redesign the data warehouse

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The rise of Kubernetes and its impact on enterprise databases

Venture Beast

Developers understand that specialized enterprise databases can be a crucial success factor. What does the future look like for your business? Read More.