SQL Server 2008 T-SQL Enhancements Part - IV
In the fourth installment that looks at T-SQL changes for SQL Server 2008, Ashad Ali examines how the Filestream data type works.
2010-03-26 (first published: 2009-08-28)
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Articles
A High Level Comparison Between Oracle and SQL Server - Part II
Part II or the Oracle / SQL Server comparison dives deeper into databases by exploring the architectural differences.
2010-03-26
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Inserting into an XML document
I was reading through the latest XML Workshop article that I have from Jacob Sebastian. It’s a fantastic series for...
2010-03-26
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Run an SSIS Package Under a Different Account
In this article, learn how to use the SQL Server agent proxy to run an SSIS Package under whatever account you choose.
2010-03-25
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A High Level Comparison Between Oracle and SQL Server
Part I of the Oracle / SQL Server comparison looks at the various editions of each database and their structure.
2010-03-25
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Left outer join vs NOT EXISTS
And to wrap up the miniseries on IN, EXISTS and JOIN, a look at NOT EXISTS and LEFT OUTER JOIN...
2010-03-25
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A little restriction that prevent changing tables in SQL Server 2008
In SQL Server 2008, by default, the option to prevent tables changes is "on". We can have some issues and...
2010-03-24
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SQL Saturday #29 - Birmingham
A free one day training event from SQL Saturday and the Birmingham SQL Server groups. Come join us if you are in the area.
2010-03-24 (first published: 2010-02-18)
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SQL Server - Introduction to Business Intelligence Development Studio
In his latest article, Marcin Policht demonstrates a variety of tools that can be employed to execute SQL Server Integration Services packages, focusing in particular on the method leveraging functionality available within the Business Intelligence Development Studio.
2010-03-24
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Expanding The Scope of Bridge Tables
Timothy Claason continues talking about database design in a new article. This one talks about expanding the functionality that Bridge Tables provide in your schema.
2010-03-23
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Blogs
How to Find Expensive Queries in Amazon Redshift
Slow-running queries can degrade your Redshift cluster’s performance and lead to increased costs. Identifying...
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