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SQL Server 2019 Build List

A list of build versions for SQL Server 2019

SQL Server 2022 Build List

This is a list of the builds for SQL Server 2022. There are other build lists available here. A list of all the builds that I can find and install on my Build VM. If you find a build not listed here, please let the webmaster know (webmaster at sqlservercentral.com). All builds are listed in reverse […]

SQL Server 2025 Build List

This is a list of the builds for SQL Server 2025. There are other build lists available here. A list of all the builds that I can find and install on my Build VM. If you find a build not listed here, please let the webmaster know (webmaster at sqlservercentral.com). All builds are listed in reverse […]

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Finding the Next Sequence Value: #SQLNewBlogger

I saw a question asking about the next sequence value and decided to try and answer it myself. I assumed this would be easy, and it was, but I...

SQL Server 2016 Build List

A list of all builds for SQL Server 2016. Updated with CU2 for SP2 and CU10 for SP1.

Who is Irresponsible?

It can be irresponsible to use AI, but is it in many cases? Steve has a few thoughts.

Monday Monitor Tips: A New Analysis Page

We have multiple teams (8) working on Redgate Monitor. Some work on the Standard Edition, a few on the Enterprise Edition, and others handling core work, like the Linux/PostgreSQL...

Poor Names

Naming objects becomes surprisingly difficult in software.