I’ve just received my session feedback for my SSIS Nuggets Live session at SQLBits 4 which happened 7 days ago. I’m quite pleased with the marks I received but moreover I had some great written feedback as well, some of which I’ll take the opportunity to address here:
“Many presenters appear to have issues with connecting laptops to projectors- this causes long delays in the session” JT: I did have technical problems at the start of the session but it was nothing to do with the projector, more my laptop that was misbehaving. I just want to point out that it was my fault and nothing to do with the projector or the facilities.
“No new stuff for SQLBits. Disappointing for blog followers” JT: Fair comment, there was no new content although the session abstract did make clear that I would be regurgitating content from this blog. Maybe I’ll try and dream up something new for the next one.
“Only suggestion would be to explain some real examples of how and where these examples could be used” JT: Again, fair comment. I’ll try and remember to make it more real-world alike next time.
“Not quite advanced enough for 300” JT: Very true. I was wrong to put it in as a level 300 session so I apologise for that.
“The session was labelled as 300 - 100 probably been more accurate” JT: Really? I thought 200 was more accurate but err…well…noted! :)
“Hard to see screen from back. Jamie copensated by zooming, so it was cool, but might be worth considering for next venue” JT: Note to self – sort out screen resolution well in advance next time.
“Would love to have slides sent by email” JT: Errr…there were no slides :)
“Unfortunately Jamie came across as he didn't want to be here!” JT: Ooer, that’s not the impression I wanted to give. My apologies to the person who wrote this – I’d like to know exactly why you thought this so feel free to contact me and let me know.
“More 2008 would have been better, much of the variables/expressions is 2005 old stuff!” JT: I did consider a 2008-only session but given the scarcity of new features in SSIS2008 I felt I would be hard pushed to pull together a full hour’s worth of content on it.
That stuff was perhaps more on the err… constructive side, so I’m glad to say I received some wholly positive feedback also:
“Was fun! No powerpoint, lots of useful tips”
“Ignoring the technical issues at the beginning. Very good”
“Very good. Enjoyed the content”
“Good session with excellent focus”
“Lots of useful tricks and nuggets”
“Very informative and useful sessions. Cheers”
“Despite issues with the hardware JT delivered a very thorough and detailed demo of some real gems. Inviting audience participation frequently and handling all the queries superbly”
“More like a level 200 session, but fast and lively with interesting demos. Jamie good speaker”
“Good tips for new user”
“Good variety of demos”
“Back to back nuggets ,excellent format worked well”
“Very good”
“Very helpful, will definately check out the blogs”
“Incredibly useful and informative. Thank you”
Why am I copying this stuff up here? Well, its because I love getting feedback and want to take this opportunity to solicit some more. If you agree or disagree with any of the above then reply in the comments and let me know.
Thank you again to everyone that came along and for all the feedback.
-Jamie