R is a powerful language for data analysis, data visualization, machine learning, statistics. Originally developed for statistical programming, it is now one of the most popular languages in data science.

If you are a database professional (Data Engineer, DBA, Database Developer, etc.) and looking to leverage the power of R to analyze and visualize data in relational databases (RDBMSes), Big Data U (BDU) has a free, self-paced online course to get you going quickly:…

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DB2University.com was recently launched as beta to simplify learning database concepts and acquiring DB2 skills. DB2 U currently features several free courses that you can take online at your own pace with aids such as videos, books, hands-on exercises and more. Courses available include: SQL Fundamentals, DB2 Essential Training, etc.

 

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A slimmer / lighter, option of the free database, DB2 Express-C was recently made available. This is good news for many who just want to use the core database features and not have to wait to download extra features they are not going to use. Those with not so good bandwidth are going to… Continue

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 …

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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… Continue