Monica Morehouse (Rathbun)
@sqlespresso.bsky.social
Consultant at Denny Cherry and Associates Consulting @dcacco , Microsoft Data Platform MVP, MCSE, vExpert, Leader @HamptonRoadSSUG Meetup, and International Speaker. SQL Performance Tuning is fun.
Now to unwind at yard house after @passdatasummit.bsky.social
November 21, 2025 at 11:15 PM
Now to unwind at yard house after @passdatasummit.bsky.social
The countdown has begun! I'm looking forward to speaking again at the PASS Data Community Summit. Always one of my favorite conferences. Join me there Nov 17-21st. #sqlserver #performancetuning #azure #passdatasummit
October 30, 2025 at 12:52 PM
The countdown has begun! I'm looking forward to speaking again at the PASS Data Community Summit. Always one of my favorite conferences. Join me there Nov 17-21st. #sqlserver #performancetuning #azure #passdatasummit
Sometimes a SCAN is the smarter move!
Just because you can SEEK doesn’t mean you should.
That tiny 2,000-row table doesn’t need 3 indexes—trust the plan, not the myth.
Just because you can SEEK doesn’t mean you should.
That tiny 2,000-row table doesn’t need 3 indexes—trust the plan, not the myth.
October 21, 2025 at 5:43 PM
Sometimes a SCAN is the smarter move!
Just because you can SEEK doesn’t mean you should.
That tiny 2,000-row table doesn’t need 3 indexes—trust the plan, not the myth.
Just because you can SEEK doesn’t mean you should.
That tiny 2,000-row table doesn’t need 3 indexes—trust the plan, not the myth.
🎧 MUSIC TO MY EARS 🎧
👏 Joe gets it.
🛑 NOLOCK abuse needs to go.
✅ In a world full of RCSI—be like Joe.
💬 Let’s build code we’re proud of (and that doesn’t read dirty data).
#SQLServer #NOLOCK #RCSI #DataIntegrity #DevLife #SQLHumor #developers #mvpbuzz
👏 Joe gets it.
🛑 NOLOCK abuse needs to go.
✅ In a world full of RCSI—be like Joe.
💬 Let’s build code we’re proud of (and that doesn’t read dirty data).
#SQLServer #NOLOCK #RCSI #DataIntegrity #DevLife #SQLHumor #developers #mvpbuzz
October 1, 2025 at 7:20 PM
🎧 MUSIC TO MY EARS 🎧
👏 Joe gets it.
🛑 NOLOCK abuse needs to go.
✅ In a world full of RCSI—be like Joe.
💬 Let’s build code we’re proud of (and that doesn’t read dirty data).
#SQLServer #NOLOCK #RCSI #DataIntegrity #DevLife #SQLHumor #developers #mvpbuzz
👏 Joe gets it.
🛑 NOLOCK abuse needs to go.
✅ In a world full of RCSI—be like Joe.
💬 Let’s build code we’re proud of (and that doesn’t read dirty data).
#SQLServer #NOLOCK #RCSI #DataIntegrity #DevLife #SQLHumor #developers #mvpbuzz
Join me on Nov 17th at PASS Data Community Summit for a full-day pre-con session focusing on Solving Real-World SQL Server Performance Problems. Register: passdatacommunitysummit.com/sessions/1568 If the idea of performance tuning has ever seemed daunting, this pre-con is designed just for you.
September 11, 2025 at 2:27 PM
Join me on Nov 17th at PASS Data Community Summit for a full-day pre-con session focusing on Solving Real-World SQL Server Performance Problems. Register: passdatacommunitysummit.com/sessions/1568 If the idea of performance tuning has ever seemed daunting, this pre-con is designed just for you.
In my latest blog, I unmask this sneaky villain Scooby-Doo style, Episode 3 showing how forgotten compat modes can leave you chasing shadows, why it matters for performance, and how to solve the mystery before it haunts you. wp.me/p70D4E-Hq
September 4, 2025 at 1:24 PM
In my latest blog, I unmask this sneaky villain Scooby-Doo style, Episode 3 showing how forgotten compat modes can leave you chasing shadows, why it matters for performance, and how to solve the mystery before it haunts you. wp.me/p70D4E-Hq
Join me for a full-day Pre-Con at the PASS Data Community Summit, where I'll walk you through real-world performance challenges and solutions. Gain insights on optimizing SQL Server, Azure SQL, and AWS RDS/EC2 for enhanced efficiency and costs. Register passdatacommunitysummit.com
July 31, 2025 at 4:26 PM
Join me for a full-day Pre-Con at the PASS Data Community Summit, where I'll walk you through real-world performance challenges and solutions. Gain insights on optimizing SQL Server, Azure SQL, and AWS RDS/EC2 for enhanced efficiency and costs. Register passdatacommunitysummit.com
With the announcement of SQL Server 2025, it's a great time to start thinking about upping your skill set. I’m excited to be delivering a full-day Performance Tuning Pre-Con this Nov.with real-world tips, tools, and techniques (on-prem or in Azure) Register Today: passdatacommunitysummit.com
May 19, 2025 at 8:34 PM
With the announcement of SQL Server 2025, it's a great time to start thinking about upping your skill set. I’m excited to be delivering a full-day Performance Tuning Pre-Con this Nov.with real-world tips, tools, and techniques (on-prem or in Azure) Register Today: passdatacommunitysummit.com
Join Me, along with Ginger Grant for FREE Microsoft learning opportunity - last session in the series Thursday on #SQLDatabase #MicrosoftFabric performance. @dcac.com
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December 10, 2024 at 3:08 PM
Join Me, along with Ginger Grant for FREE Microsoft learning opportunity - last session in the series Thursday on #SQLDatabase #MicrosoftFabric performance. @dcac.com
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Love this time of year!! Coffee in hand, kids laughs and holiday decorations … my happy place.
November 30, 2024 at 1:56 PM
Love this time of year!! Coffee in hand, kids laughs and holiday decorations … my happy place.
Allie has finally picked her college! Down to the wire! Choosing wasn't easy, with awesome options like VA Tech, George Mason (a full ride scholarship), Purdue, Maryland, NC State, and Old Dominion. This girl is gonna make one Helluva Engineer at @GeorgiaTech #SheCanDoThat
May 1, 2024 at 4:05 PM
Allie has finally picked her college! Down to the wire! Choosing wasn't easy, with awesome options like VA Tech, George Mason (a full ride scholarship), Purdue, Maryland, NC State, and Old Dominion. This girl is gonna make one Helluva Engineer at @GeorgiaTech #SheCanDoThat
Forever and For Always @SqlrUs
December 31, 2023 at 9:31 PM
Forever and For Always @SqlrUs
Today, I cast my vote to safeguard my daughter's rights, to further validate my sister's right to love, and to pay tribute to all the women who fought for my rights as I grew up. Every vote holds significance; take time to ensure your voice is heard today. #VoteBlueForSoManyReasons
November 7, 2023 at 4:50 PM
Today, I cast my vote to safeguard my daughter's rights, to further validate my sister's right to love, and to pay tribute to all the women who fought for my rights as I grew up. Every vote holds significance; take time to ensure your voice is heard today. #VoteBlueForSoManyReasons
Join us tonight 6pm for Breakfast for Dinner! Hear @CodeNameSql , who flew in from Kentucky, talk about Azure Data Bricks. Those in the #HRAzure group may like this one! www.meetup.com/hampton-road... cc: @1kevgriff #sqlfamily
October 18, 2023 at 7:59 PM
Join us tonight 6pm for Breakfast for Dinner! Hear @CodeNameSql , who flew in from Kentucky, talk about Azure Data Bricks. Those in the #HRAzure group may like this one! www.meetup.com/hampton-road... cc: @1kevgriff #sqlfamily
Quick stop in Amsterdam on our way to Dataminds in Belgium. @sqlrus.bsky.social
October 5, 2023 at 5:55 PM
Quick stop in Amsterdam on our way to Dataminds in Belgium. @sqlrus.bsky.social
Looking for Speakers for 2024 to come IN PERSON to the wonderful resort city of Virginia Beach to speak for the Hampton Roads SQL Server User Group. We meet the 3rd Wednesday of every month 6pm. Pick your month! Feb & Sept already taken #sqlfamily #azuredatacommunity www.meetup.com/hampton-road...
September 20, 2023 at 4:00 PM
Looking for Speakers for 2024 to come IN PERSON to the wonderful resort city of Virginia Beach to speak for the Hampton Roads SQL Server User Group. We meet the 3rd Wednesday of every month 6pm. Pick your month! Feb & Sept already taken #sqlfamily #azuredatacommunity www.meetup.com/hampton-road...
I did it! 10 yoga classes down!!! Goal Met! Bring on the next 10!
September 8, 2023 at 1:29 AM
I did it! 10 yoga classes down!!! Goal Met! Bring on the next 10!
Survived my second hot (warm this time) yoga class… I get why people like it, it’s very stress relieving and <5 mins from home. Let’s see if I can stick with it. Goal 10 classes. (Baby steps) I got this!
August 6, 2023 at 8:31 PM
Survived my second hot (warm this time) yoga class… I get why people like it, it’s very stress relieving and <5 mins from home. Let’s see if I can stick with it. Goal 10 classes. (Baby steps) I got this!
