Monitor SQL Server Integration Services Packages Stuck in Running Status
In this tip we look at a script to find SSIS packages that are stuck executing and how to end the package execution.
2019-06-05
Additional Articles
SQL Server Triggers Pros and Cons
In this tip we look at some of the advantages and disadvantages of using triggers in SQL Server.
2019-06-05
How to Eliminate Gaps in Identity Values in SQL Server by Disabling the Identity Cache
Learn how to remove gaps in Identity values in SQL Server caused by Identity Cache.
2019-06-04
SQL Server Common Table Expression vs Temp Table
In this tip we look at how to use Common Table Expressions CTE in SQL Server including the syntax, use cases, using more than 1 CTE at the same time and recursive CTEs with a parameter.
2019-06-04
Date and Time Conversions Using SQL Server
There are many instances when dates and times don't show up at your doorstep in the format you'd like it to be, nor does the output of a query fit the needs of the people viewing it.
2019-06-03
Introduction to SQL Server Security — Part 6
SQL Server has many tools used to make it secure. In this article, Robert Sheldon demonstrates several of these features including SQL Server Configuration Manager and the Vulnerability Assessment tool.
2019-06-03
9 Tips for Faster SQL Server Applications
Wanna make your SQL Server applications go faster? Here are 9 simple tips that will give you a better chance for success. They’re not carved in stone, but they’re a good place to start.
2019-05-31
Set your team up for valued software delivery with Unit Testing
There is a constant pressure in software delivery to release at speed and often. However, there is no sense in delivering fast if what you deliver contains errors or is of no value to the customer. Our latest blog explains how database unit testing can set your team up for valued software delivery.
2019-05-31
SQL Server String Manipulation using Substring Function in T-SQL, R and Python
In this tip we look at how to use substring functions or similar using T-SQL, R and Python when working with SQL Server.
2019-05-31
Bloor 2019 Market Update on Test Data Management
Discover the latest market trends and assess your approach to test data management. For example, the Bloor analyst recognizes “…an increased emphasis on test data provisioning, as opposed to merely test data management.” The report also covers key capabilities offered by vendors in the market, including Redgate.
2019-05-30 (first published: 2019-05-16)
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Question of the Day
Creating a JSON Document IV
I have this data in a table called dbo.NFLTeams
TeamID TeamName City YearEstablished ------ -------- ---- --------------- 1 Cowboys Dallas 1960 2 Eagles Philadelphia 1933 3 Packers Green Bay 1919 4 Chiefs Kansas City 1960 5 49ers San Francisco 1946 6 Broncos Denver 1960 7 Seahawks Seattle 1976 8 Patriots New England 1960If I run this code, how many rows are returned?
SELECT YearEstablished, json_objectagg(city : TeamName) FROM dbo.NFLTeams GROUP BY YearEstablished;See possible answers