Daniel Kimberlin
Cambia Health Solutions - Sr. Database Administrator
Portland, Oregon, United States
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I’ve worked in IT for over 25 years with jobs in helpdesk, systems, SQL dev, data architecture, and management. The one thing all of these roles have in common is people. I love the technical and puzzle elements of the job, but people are a part of everyone’s journey. It has become my mission to find ways to bring the personal touch to everything I do. I am part of the Microsoft Certified Trainer Alumni program, I love teaching, and because of this I have been honored to speak at industry events and corporate training venues such as WebMD Academy, PASS Summit, SQL Saturday, and Spiceworks conferences.
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Version Controlled DBAs: Building a PowerShell module that keeps everyone in sync
DBAs are expected to embrace DevOps, but how do you actually implement version control for database work? We'll build a PowerShell module from scratch that keeps your team's scripts, configurations, and processes in sync. Walk away with working code you can customize and deploy immediately.
You Don't Have to Go It Alone: The Power of Mentorship in Tech
Many of us tend to be loners, some by choice. It's hard to ask for help, and many feel isolated on their career journeys. But mentorship - both having and being a mentor - is the fastest way to find fulfillment and accelerate your career. We'll explore why mentorship matters in tech and walk away with practical strategies for finding mentors and becoming one yourself.
Using the Right Sized Hammer: How to Look at Problems and Solve Them at the Proper Scale
Sometimes finding any solution keeps us from finding the right one. We'll explore how to dissect problems - start simple, rule out basics, and scale responses. Through real examples, learn when to fix code vs. change systems. Get a framework for problem-solving that matches effort to impact.
From Solo to Strategic: Collaboration Skills That Boost Your Tech Career
Collaboration isn't just nice to have in tech; it's career critical. Yet many technical professionals struggle to build the cross-team relationships that drive visibility and advancement. This session breaks down practical strategies for IT professionals to enhance their collaborative skills, build stronger partnerships, and increase their impact across the organization. Walk away with actionable techniques and real examples you can implement immediately.
What Am I Doing Here? Imposter Syndrome and You
One day you're on top of your game, the next you're wondering "Do I even belong here?" Imposter syndrome hits more tech professionals than you think. This session covers recognizing when doubt creeps in and practical strategies to push through it - for new professionals and leaders alike.
SQL Saturday Oregon/SW Washington Sessionize Event
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