How do You Identify Object Dependencies in SQL Server
In this article we look at different ways to determine if one SQL Server database object is dependent on another database object.
2020-09-03
Additional Articles
2020-09-02
Using Filters to Fine-tune Redgate Database Deployments
Filters are used by Redgate's SQL Compare, SQL Source Control, DLM Dashboard, and SQL Change Automation. A typical use for a filter is to work on just one schema within a database or just a limited set of tables and routines. You would also want to use a filter to exclude certain object, such as database users, from comparisons. Phil Factor explains how they work, and how to create, edit and then use them within the various Redgate tools.
2020-09-02
Getting Started with Delta Lake Using Azure Data Factory
This article will demonstrate how to get started with Delta Lake using Azure Data Factory's new Delta Lake connector through examples of how to create, insert, update, and delete in a Delta Lake.
2020-09-01
So, You Want to Be a DBA…
Many people with tech careers did not follow a straight path to get there. In this article, Pamela Mooney gives some advice for those who would like to be a DBA.
2020-08-31
Reverse-Engineering the Production Database into Source Control
Starting out a new database development with source control is relatively easy. To introduce source control into an existing database application can be more challenging. Phil Factor explains some of the fundamental steps.
2020-08-28
SQL Server Problems We Don’t Have Anymore
There are a whole slew of problems that we had to worry about ten years ago, and they just hardly ever come up today.
2020-08-28
Date Tables are Great for Users, but Not So Great for Performance
If you haven’t used a date table before, here are a couple of primers on how to create one and use it.
2020-08-27
SQL Server Interview Questions for Developers on Querying
In this article we look at some simple ways to test a SQL Server developers T-SQL skills with some query questions and answers.
2020-08-26
Redgate Streamed Returns
Our virtual community event is back with a global feel. Featuring speakers including Donovan Brown, Abel Wang, Kendra Little & Damian Brady, we have a full day of live content & networking opportunities, spanning world-wide time zones. So, wherever you are in the world, join us live on Wednesday August 26.
2020-08-25
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The Data API Builder MCP Server Tools
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