Help Me Tell Hugo Thank You

Let's thank Hugo Kornelis with short videos.

Hugo Kornelis has given our SQL Server community so much. As he faces the end of his battle with leukemia, we want him to hear how much he means to us.

In about 10 days, at the PASS Summit in Seattle, we're going to show a series of thank-you videos from community members.

Please record a 15-30 second video and email it to me at [email protected] so I can edit the videos together for Redgate.

You don't need to have met Hugo to participate. If his teaching, writing, or kindness has helped you, that's all you need to say. Here are a few ideas you can make your own:

• “Hi, Hugo, I’m ___ from ___. We’ve never met, but I’ve learned so much from your work. Thank you for sharing what you know.”
• “Hugo, execution plans used to intimidate me. You helped me understand them, and that’s made a real difference in my work. Thank you.”
• “Hi, Hugo, thank you for teaching me ___. I still use that lesson today.”
• “Hugo, you helped me solve a problem with ___, and I’ve never forgotten it. Thank you.”
• “Hi, Hugo, I’ve shared your articles with so many coworkers. Your teaching has helped our whole team.”
• “Hugo, thank you for answering my questions with patience and kindness. You made me feel welcome in this community.”
• “Hi, Hugo, one of my favorite memories of you is ___. I’m so glad we got to share that.”
• “Hugo, you inspired me to start speaking, writing, or helping others. Thank you for setting that example.”
• “Hi, Hugo, every time I work on ___, I remember something you taught me. You’ve had a lasting impact on my career.”
• “Hugo, I’m grateful that SQL Server brought us together. Thank you for your friendship.”
• “Hi, Hugo, you’ve made me better at my job, and you’ve made our community a kinder place. Thank you.”

One specific memory or a simple, heartfelt thank-you is perfect. A phone recording is great—there’s no need for special equipment or a polished speech.

Thank you for helping us show Hugo how much he’s appreciated.
Brent