Static Data and Database Builds
Whichever way you wish to ensure that a database, when built, has all the data that will enable it to function properly, there are reasonably simple ways of doing it. Phil Factor explains the alternatives.
2019-07-25
Additional Articles
Do you really know what’s happening with your servers?
As estates continue to grow and evolve, SQL Server professionals must continually adapt. But do you really know what’s happening with your servers? Jamie Wallis highlights the 4 key elements that are currently impacting the working life of an IT leader. Find out what they are here.
2019-07-24
How to Enable SQL Server CLR Integration using T-SQL
In this tip we look at how to enable SQL Server Common Runtime Language aka CLR using T-SQL commands.
2019-07-24
Data privacy next steps: Compliant Database DevOps
Over the last year we’ve seen a shift in customer concerns around personal data, as well as new legislation. Now is the time to implement a robust process to safeguard your data and your business, without hindering your DevOps journey. Read this blog post to find out the next steps for data privacy.
2019-07-23
How to find Updated Column in SQL Server Trigger
In this tip we look at how to which columns have been updated when using a SQL Server trigger by using the update and columns_updated functions
2019-07-22
Running Linux SQL Server as a Container
Phil Factor starts a series of articles that will demonstrate the use of temporary SQL Server instances, running in Linux containers, into which we can deploy the latest database build, stocked with data, for development and testing work. This initial article shows how to set up a SQL Server instance inside a Linux Docker container, create some sample databases, and persist data locally.
2019-07-19
SQL Server Clustered Tables vs Heap Tables
One very important design aspect when creating a new table is the decision to create or not create a clustered index. We will take a look at a few points to help with the decision.
2019-07-19
Testing Databases: What’s Required?
Phil Factor reviews the various types of database test that need to run during development work, what sort of test data they require, and the challenges with managing this data, and in keeping the test cell stocked with the correct database, and data, in a way that allows rapid cycles of database testing.
2019-07-18
Using Attributes with Unity
Attributes in Unity allow you to add features like strings and menu items to objects. In this article, Lance Talbert shows you how to add attributes that can then be tested while in editing mode.
2019-07-18
Monitoring your servers and databases with SCOM and SQL Monitor
SCOM is good at monitoring the status of your servers. SQL Monitor give you a detailed view of your SQL Server instances, and databases, right across your network, however they are hosted. By using tools appropriately, for the tasks they do well, you benefit from a simpler and more comprehensive overall strategy.
2019-07-17
Blogs
A New Word: on tenderhooks
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