Generating Shape Bound Random Points in SQL Server

Random number generation is vital in computer science, supporting fields like optimization, simulation, robotics, and gaming. The quality, speed, and sometimes security of the generator can directly affect an algorithm’s correctness, performance, and competitiveness. In Python, random number generation is well-supported and widely used. In this article, we will look how to we can use SQL to do this.

Encoding NULL

Multiple Escape Characters

The Last Binary Value of the Year

The Large Encoded Value

Controlling SQL Window Functions with Framing

I’ve used SQL window functions for years, but I’ve never fully understood framing. To truly master window functions, you need at least a basic grasp of framing and how to apply it to your queries. Framing is especially helpful when working with aggregate functions. How can you overcome this hesitation to try framing?

T-SQL in SQL Server 2025: The || Operator

I have been working in various computer languages for a long time. When I saw that the || operator was coming, I was a bit confused as to why we needed this, and how it would work. After all, this is a part of other languages. I decided to dig in a bit. This is […]

SQL Server 2025 Product() Function Examples

SQL Server 2025 includes new features and enhancements. In the previous SQL Server 2025 tips, we have explored many new features. Have you explored the new Product() function? If not, this will walk you through the Product() function with several examples.

UNISTR Basics

Query Exercise Answer: Generating Big TempDB Spills

In last week’s Query Exercise, I challenged you to play some code golf to generate big spills with tiny T-SQL.