Creating Animated Line Plots with Python
Python has the ability to create many different types of charts and graphs and in this article, we look at how to create animated line plots with Python.
2023-03-03
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How to Improve the Quality of Database Releases using Clones
This article explains how we can use the ephemeral, containerized databases delivered by Redgate Clone to increase database code quality and therefore the stability, reliability, and performance of the databases we release.
2023-03-03
Join Redgate at SQL Bits, March 15-18
From castles and dragons to sword fights and spells, this year’s SQL Bits will have it all. Make sure you don’t miss out on our great sessions, from Code Errors to Reliable Releases, to adding some PostgreSQL skills to your repertoire. Get 10% off registering with 10REDGATE
2023-03-01
Testing before coding: shifting farther left
A term I have only recently learned is "shift left testing." You can read more about this on Wikipedia here. The term was coined in 2001 and generally means testing earlier in the development lifecycle. Hence, shifting your testing left in the timeline. Just how left should you shift your testing, though? In my mind, so early, the rooster hasn't entirely fallen asleep yet.
2023-03-01
How to create a Sankey Chart in Power BI Desktop
Learn how to build and format a Sankey Chart using Power BI along with step-by-step instructions.
2023-02-27
The business value of frequent deployments
The multi-million-dollar question for you and your business is... what is the real business value of frequent deployments? Part one of three in this series on the value of database DevOps.
2023-02-27
An Overview of PostgreSQL Window Functions
This article looks at Window functions and how they can be used to solve problems in a different way from standard aggregate functions.
2023-02-24
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Getting started with SSIS External Configuration File
This article illustrates how to use an SSIS external configuration file to enable the properties of package objects to be dynamically updated at run time.
2023-02-24
Join Redgate at SQL Bits, March 15-18
From castles and dragons to swordfights and spells, this year’s SQL Bits will have it all. Make sure you don’t miss out on our great sessions, from Code Errors to Reliable Releases, to adding some PostgreSQL skills to your repertoire. And come say “hi” to us at the Redgate booth, where we’ll have some news for you. Get 10% off registering with 10REDGATE.
2023-02-24
Azure Automation With Visual Studio Code
Microsoft combined the power of two powerful tools by announcing the public preview of Azure Automation Visual Studio Code Extension. This article will show you how to get started.
2023-02-22
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What's the Date?
In SQL Server 2025, there is a new function that returns the current date without the time. What is it?
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