Azure Synapse Link for SQL: From production to a data warehouse in a few clicks
Microsoft announced Azure Synapse Link for SQL. In this article, MVP Dennes Torres explains the new feature.
2022-07-06
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Why a leading bank with over 1,400 databases chose to think again about Redgate SQL Monitor
Headquartered in Louisville, Kentucky, Republic Bank is one of the most innovative and forward-looking banks in the US, with 42 full-service banking centers across five states and assets of $6.2 billion. Find out why they chose Redgate SQL Monitor.
2022-07-06
Accelerating Digital Transformation: The role of DevOps and Data
SQL Server Central Editor, Steve Jones is joined by a panel of industry experts from around the globe to discuss their experiences with digital transformation, and the impact it had on themselves, their teams and the wider organization.
2022-07-04
How to Import and Export Connections from SQL Server Management Studio
In this article we look at how to import and export connection information for servers in SQL Server Management Studio for backup and to move to another installation of SSMS.
2022-07-04
Implementing ETL Logging on Lakehouse using Delta Lake's Time Travel capability
In this article I demonstrate how to use Delta Lake's time travel functionality for ETL logging along with steps to take to implement.
2022-07-01
The VALUES clause or building tables out of nothing
The VALUES clause makes inserting literal values into a table simple and easy. In this article, Joe Celko explains how to use the VALUES clause.
2022-07-01
How to tell what SQL Server versions you are running
Check out this tip to easily find out what version of SQL Server you are running.
2022-06-29
SQL Monitor: On-demand demo [Watch now]
Haven't seen SQL Monitor in a while? If you'd like to see how it enables you to always have the answers to the health of your estate, and proactively find potential problems before they impact your users, here's a 30 minute demo for you to watch whenever it suits you.
2022-06-29
Security in MySQL: Part One
There are several tools available to keep a MySQL database secure. In this article Lukas Vileikis discuses access control and user privileges.
2022-06-27
SQL Database Snapshots for Reporting, Auditing and Data Recovery
In this article we look at how to create a SQL Server database snapshot and how snapshots can be used for reporting, auditing and more.
2022-06-27
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