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Data Extraction Methods Part 2

The fourth part of a great data warehousing series from Vincent Rainardi. This article continues the look are still other methods of extracting data from the source system along with the advantages and disadvantages of each.

Making Complex Data Simple: Transforming Your Data Transformation

This article examines the problem of complex data in integration projects and presents solutions for handling this data to create seamless integration throughout the enterprise.

Data Extraction Methods Part 1

The third part of a great data warehousing series from Vincent Rainardi looks different methods of extracting data from the source system along with the advantages and disadvantages of each.

To Stage Or Not To Stage

The second part of a great data warehousing series from Vincent Rainardi looks at the decision to stage data prior to moving it into the warehouse versus directly loading it. This is a must read for those contemplating a data warehouse.

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Case Study of Building a Data Warehouse with Analysis Services (Part T

In Part Two of his series, database administration expert Baya Pavliashvili explores the challenges involved in building and maintaining a warehousing solution using a simple database warehouse.

Case Study of Building a Data Warehouse with Analysis Services (Part O

In the first of a two-part series, Baya Pavliashvili, database administration expert, offers solutions to your business problem using a data warehouse.

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Implementing Smart Reports with the Microsoft Business Intelligence Pl

This article presents an excerpt from the book, Applied Microsoft Analysis Services, by Teo Lachev. Learn how to author “smart” reports using Reporting Services (SSRS), Analysis Services (SSAS), and SQL Server CLR stored procedures. Get the reports demonstrated in this article by downloading the sample code.