A collection of Devon Manelski's articles on IT Management, Business Analysis, Project Management, VB.Net & SQL Server.

I.T. Management

When we work in information technology, it is common for us to think of ourselves only as technology people. Even when we are promoted into management, we still tend to think of ourselves as technologists and engineers. What many of us in technology fail to realize is that managing an information technology department is very similar to managing a business...

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Business Analysis & Project Management

In the fields of business analysis and project management, success goes beyond just delivering projects—it requires a deep understanding of business needs, strategic planning, and effective communication. While analysts and project managers often focus on processes and deliverables, their true role is to bridge the gap between business objectives and technical execution, ensuring alignment, efficiency, and measurable outcomes....

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VB.Net

VB.Net is often viewed purely as a programming language, but its true value lies in its ability to build scalable, business-driven applications. Beyond writing code, developers working with VB.Net must understand software architecture, data management, and user experience to create solutions that align with business goals. Mastering VB.Net is not just about syntax—it's about leveraging its capabilities to drive innovation and efficiency in application development...

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SQL Server

The purpose of a database is to capture the necessary data needs of the software application, research project, organization, etc. It is important to think conceptually as well as specifically when designing your database model. Entity Relationship Modeling is a good starting point in order to accomplish this objective...

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I am a versatile and flexible I.T. Professional with significant experience driving cross functional initiatives through business need definition, prioritization and completion while ensuring stakeholder visibility into project progress. I enjoy working with stakeholders in order to better understand their work and the ways in which my projects can make it possible for them to work more effectively.

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