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Hello! I’m Chandler Gray.

I'm a Cloud Migration Specialist specializing in database administration and automation who leverages analysis, T-SQL, Terraform, and scripting to diagnose challenges and automate repeatable, scalable solutions.

Latest posts

Wide vs Narrow Table Design in SQL Server

A practical benchmark of month-as-columns vs month-as-rows using SQL Server IO, time, plans, and storage.

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How to Merge SQL Server Data Files

Taking a database with one MDF and several NDFs, and gradually moving all data back into a single data file using `EMPTYFILE`.

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Automating sp_WhoIsActive Installation

Use dbatools to install sp_WhoIsActive with a single script

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Don't Outsource Your Problem

How to ask for help without handing off the problem.

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Installing dbatools

Quick reference for installing dbatools with PowerShell

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Gray Area

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Welcome to Gray Area

A place for sports, analytics, and the interests that don’t fit under SQL Server.
wOBA By Count

How much does the count shape hitter production in MLB?

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Recent projects

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Inside My Fantasy Baseball Analyzer

How I put together a full toolset for fantasy baseball using ESPN data, FanGraphs projections, and some practical stats.

Let’s Connect

If you want to get in touch or just say hi, you can find me here.

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