I am writing this post on my way home from Barcelona where PASS held its European Conference this week. There were attendees from more than 25 countries all excited about the latest content for SQL Server. Ken Henderson, Bob Ward, and Bart Duncan did a full day pre-con that comprised a PSS Boot Camp. I was not able to make this session, but I was able to spend some time with Ken and Bob on Thursday. I spent most of Thursdya and Friday attending sessions mainly in the BI track. It was great to get to attend sessions for a change. I spent some time with the main developer for Report Builder; he told me how the product came about and how busy he was getting this neat tool ready for RTM.
The best part was being able to meet other SQL Server Professionals from Europe. I renewed friendships with some folks from the UK, Germany, and the Netherlands as well as making some new friends such as Davide and Allesandro (spelling?) from Italy. Although we all come from different parts of the world, we end up helping and educating each other. Overall, it was a great event and everyone that I spoke to were very happy with the content delivered.