One of the advantages of working as an independent consultant is the opportunity to work with SQL Server DBAs with different backgrounds from different cultures. My curiosity would lead me to asking questions about their experience working with Always On Availability Groups.

A large number of them do not have any experience working with AGs. Despite the fact that they have been a DBA for years.

The biggest challenge is that their lack of experience is preventing them from pursuing better opportunities. They could not even work on projects involving AGs.

If you’ve been a SQL Server DBA for years now yet still do not have any experience with AGs, it’s probably because of these three things.

On this week’s episode of the Practical SQL Server HA/DR Show, I’ll talk about the 3 things preventing you from having any experience with Always On Availability Groups.

I’ll be doing this on a weekly basis so make sure you keep an eye out for announcements on my social media profiles (LinkedIn | YouTube)