A Developer's Introduction to Spatial Computing with SQL Server 2008

by Kent Tegels

Tue, Apr 01, 2008
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SQL Server 2008 introduces a number of features supporting Spatial Computing. In this talk, we will overview the new GEOMETRY and GEOGRAPHY datatypes. We will look at the methods on these types and how to use them relational queries. We will also look at how to index these data types and work with them using a .NET client and SQL Server Integration Services.

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About the Author

Kent Tegels is the Database Curriculum Lead for DevelopMentor, where he is responsible for developing and teaching classes in database technologies, programming and Microsoft .NET. Kent has been recognized by Microsoft with Most Valuable Professional (MVP) status in SQL Server for his community involvement with SQL Server and .NET. Kent holds Microsoft Certifications in Database Administration and Systems Engineering. He has contributed to several books on data access programming and .NET and is well known industry speaker. He lives Sioux Falls, South Dakota.