PostgreSQL Table Import/Export from and to CSV File
This article will cover exporting data from a PostgreSQL table to a CSV file, both from the command line and pgAdmin. We will also look at importing data from a CSV file.
2023-05-05
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Cheat Sheet for SQL Server DBA Daily Operations
This SQL cheat sheet contains a series of scripts to help address common situations that might be brought to a Microsoft SQL Server DBA. Each has a proper explanation as to what it does and how it works.
2023-05-05
Finding External References in Database Deployments
This article outlines the syntax of the three and four dot references that usually denote external database references, demonstrates how to find them either from a live database or by using a text search of a script, and explains some of the complicating factors that can lead to 'false positives'.
2023-05-05
Create an HTML Report on the Status of SQL Server Agent Jobs
SQL Server jobs are an integral part of any SQL Server environment. These jobs run a predefined set of tasks and commands at specified intervals, ensuring the database is up-to-date and performing optimally. As a database administrator, it is essential to regularly monitor the status of SQL Server jobs. One way to do this is […]
2023-05-03
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PASS Data Community Summit registration is open!
In 2023, connect, share & learn with like-minded peers, speakers, and industry leaders during the full week of data celebrations. Summit happens in person, from November 14th to 17th in Seattle. Check out the blog post and learn more.
2023-05-03
PostgreSQL Basics: Object Ownership and Default Privileges
Understanding how roles and privileges work in Postgres is key to understanding the next, and often more confusing part of security, object ownership.
2023-05-03
Improving SQL Server Performance and Availability with Accelerated Database Recovery
For many businesses, database performance and availability are crucial elements. A database crash or a lengthy transaction can cause a lot of downtime and have a negative effect on business operations. However, with the introduction of Accelerated Database Recovery (ADR), Microsoft SQL Server has added a potent new feature that greatly enhances database availability and […]
2023-05-02 (first published: 2023-04-03)
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ChatGPT in Visual Studio tutorial
In this article, you will see how ChatGPT works with a database project.
2023-05-01
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How to Slice Data by Week in a Calendar Table using DAX
Judging from my experience working with business stakeholders across several organizations, slicing data by current week, previous week, two weeks ago, and so on has become a requirement for reporting. I will demonstrate a simple approach to achieve this requirement.
2023-05-01
Working with Flyway And Entity Framework Code First: An Overview
This article presents an approach to database development and deployment that combines the strengths of Entry Framework Code First for .NET-driven development with the control and database versioning provided by Flyway's SQL migrations. It allows every database change to be reviewed and tested for integrity, performance, and stability in the same way as any application change. It should make a Database CI process much easier to sustain.
2023-05-01
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I run the SQLCMD utility as follows:
lcmd -S localhost -EI then type this (the 1> is the prompt):
1> select @@version goIf I hit enter, what happens? See possible answers