See how ChatGPT can be used to analyze a dataset, produce charts, and train a model.

Deleting a Database

by Steve Jones

SQLServerCentral

Backup and restore

Who among us hasn't deleted a production data file? Steve hopes most of us have not.

Evaluating the Randomness of SQL Server Random Number Functions

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Microsoft provides T-SQL developers with three functions (rand, newid, and crypt_gen_random) for generating random numbers. Each of these functions is effective at returning random values, but feature sets associated with each function make them best suited to different use cases. This tip’s Solution section presents an overview of common use cases for random numbers in SQL Server along with references to learn more about random numbers in SQL Server.

How Do You Know You Are Right?

by drsql@hotmail.com

SQLServerCentral

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I spend a significant amount of time working alone at my desk. I write articles, edit them, and share my opinions. However, I am constantly concerned about being wrong. How can I overcome this feeling? If this were a live session, I would eagerly listen to the answers to this question. Since it isn't, I […]

Database DevOps Recommendations

by Steve Jones

SQLServerCentral

DevOps and Continuous Delivery (CI/CD)

DevOps and databases aren't always considered compatible, but that is changing. DORA now has recommendations for database changes on their site.

Date and Time Calculations Made Easy with EOMONTH, DATEDIFF, and DATEADD

by omu

SQLServerCentral

Learn how to work with dates and calculate particular dates or elapsed time periods with some of the functions available in SQL Server.

Developer Time is More Valuable Than Ever

by Kendra Little

SQLServerCentral

DevOps and Continuous Delivery (CI/CD)

Today, Kendra Little talks about how DevOps adoption affects developer productivity and time.

Exploring the SQL Server CHOOSE Function

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I preface a lot of what I write with whether or not it is for a “practical” use. One of the Simple Talk authors used this function in a forthcoming article. and I realized I hadn’t heard of it before (or I forgot about it… which is not completely unlikely.) The practical use was to generate some data and have at least a little variety to the values.