IBM Data Studio if you don't know is a free tool for administering and developing server side / app routines for DB2 (both LUW and z/OS). [Of course there is a lot more to it but I assume you get the concept.] Over time it will replace the DB2 Control Center. So if you're new to DB2 or have been using the Control Center, it is a good idea to get yourself familiar with Data Studio. And an easy way to do that is to attend this webinar on Tuesday Jul 27, at 11:30-1 PM Eastern. You can… Continue

A sticky on the DB2 Express-C forum reads:

Provide your input on DB2! Honorarium for completing survey

I had heard of honorary degrees and aquariums but what the heck is an honorarium? I didn't think they meant an honorary aquarium (not even sure what that is) so I decided to look it up and the first hit wikipedia described it as "an ex gratia paymen… Continue

Curious after reading this comic? Learn more about the free DB2 Health Advisor Service ...

You've probably come across some chatter about DB2 pureScale that IBM recently announced. If not, watch Conor O'Mahony, giving the 2-min elevator pitch on the technology that allows you to distribute a single database on a cluster with up to 100+ nodes to meet extreme transaction pr… Continue

This post a melange of several topics ...

1. Anyone who attends conferences knows that attendance at most events has been dwindling this year. While there may be no substitute for in-person interactions, many online events are enjoying greater popularity, and some are coming close to simulating real-world conferences with booths, 1-1 chats, etc. The Data in Action Virtual Conference next week is a good example and is worth checking out. If you haven't registered yet, check out the details:… Continue