Quick Command Shells–#SQLNewBlogger

Another post for me that is simple and hopefully serves as an example for people trying to get blogging as...

The Future of Auditing

Auditing is a weak point in SQL Server according to Steve Jones. He looks at a few of its flaws.

The data encryptors

HASHBYTES limits

Test Coverage

We don't test software well enough. Obviously we don't write high enough quality software, but testing should catch more issues. Steve Jones talks about how you can perform better T-SQL testing.

Better Coding, More Savings

The way we write code impacts our users, but it can also impact our wallet, especially in cloud computing. Steve Jones wonders how many people bother to profile and test their code.

AG Backup Priority

A Fun Distraction

With the holiday season here, Steve Jones wonders what you'll do for fun away from work.

What’s the little popup window in #SQLPrompt?

Awhile back I was working in SSMS and saw this window.

It threw me off since I was trying to write...

Standard Availability Groups