Top 10 Enhancements in SQL 2005 Notification Services
In this article, we examine some of the best new features and characteristics available in the 2005 version.
2006-09-04
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Additional Articles
Save and Retrieve Datasheet Layout with the Windows Registry
Danny Lesandrini shares a block of code that will allow users to modify (and save) datasheet layout when they are using a compiled MDE version of your Access applications.
2006-09-01
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Mastering OLAP Reporting: Prototype KPIs in Reporting Services
Need a quick KPI prototype, using Reporting Services / Analysis Services 2000 or 2005? BI Architect Bill Pearson leads hands-on practice in presenting simple KPIs to management with Reporting Services.
2006-08-31
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Getting Warmer - How to Implement Hot Failover in .NET 1.1 with SQL 20
What happens if you try to specify a Failover Partner in .NET 1.1?
2006-08-30
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Career Paths for Programmers
The key to maintaining a good employment outlook in IT, it seems, is to move out of programming and up into more business-oriented IT positions such as systems analyst, business analyst, project manager, or systems architect. However, a computer programmer can't just decide to become a systems analyst or project manager overnight.
2006-08-29
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SQL Server 2005 Integration Services - Performance - Part 30
The superiority of SSIS over DTS goes beyond functionality alone, providing numerous efficiency benefits, which we will present in more detail in this article.
2006-08-28
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Using the OUTPUT Clause to Capture Identity Values on Multi-Row Insert
SQL Server 2005 introducted the OUTPUT clause which we can use to capture values from the inserted and deleted virtual tables.
2006-08-25
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Other MDX Entities: Perspectives
Leverage Perspectives, new to Analysis Services 2005, through MDX. BI Architect Bill Pearson leads hands-on practice with this means of visually focusing data retrieved from the UDM.
2006-08-24
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How do I install SQL Server 2005 Express Edition and SQL Server Manag
With the release of SQL Server 2005 Express Edition and the SQL Server Management Studio Express, Microsoft has entered the small, free database market with a splash trumping even their own Microsoft SQL Desktop Edition. Although it is free, it is still important for you to install this application correctly, Scott Lowe shows you how.
2006-08-23
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Old Model DA Model
True business value lies in using the data model as an entry point for a program of data management that treasures data as the most valuable corporate asset.
2006-08-22
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