Step by step guide to setup PostgreSQL on Docker
Learn how to get started with PostgreSQL using a container to practice database skills.
2024-11-08
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Learn how to get started with PostgreSQL using a container to practice database skills.
2024-11-08
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I got a new laptop recently and instead of installing SQL Server, I decided to try and use containers to see how well this works. This article looks at how I got this working relatively quickly. The short list of things I did is: Install Docker Desktop Create a location for data/logs/etc. Create a docker-compose […]
2024-09-06
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2024-09-06
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In the next level of the Stairway to Database Containers, let's learn to use a compose file to specify a number of options for our container.
2024-08-28
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Docker has gained popularity as a containerization platform that allows you to develop, deploy, and execute applications faster. It packages applications and their dependencies into standardized entities known as containers. These containers are lightweight, portable, and capable of operating independently.
2024-07-10
Steve has a few thoughts on Kubernetes and how much data professionals should care about the technology.
2024-05-20
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Container orchestration has become a cornerstone of modern application deployment. For beginners stepping into the world of modern application deployment and orchestration, understanding the essence and significance of Kubernetes is essential.
2024-04-22
Learn about various PowerShell commands that can be used to administer virtual machines on Amazon AWS.
2023-12-04
Today Steve talks about bare metal servers and virtual machines. He wonders if any of you still run bare metal.
2023-07-10
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Mercedes has taken advantage of containers and Kubernetes to build knowledge in their staff. This investment helps them adapt and change their technology to meet the needs of the business.
2022-08-19
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Here’s a way to centralize management, rotate secrets conveniently without downtime, automate synchronization and...
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When I log into my instance of SQL Server, there are many databases. I'm...
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In SQL Server 2022, I run this code:
CREATE SEQUENCE myseqtest START WITH 1 INCREMENT BY 1; GO CREATE TABLE NewMonthSales (SaleID INT , SecondID int , saleyear INT , salemonth TINYINT , currSales NUMERIC(10, 2)); GO INSERT dbo.NewMonthSales (SaleID, SecondID, saleyear, salemonth, currSales) SELECT NEXT VALUE FOR myseqtest , NEXT VALUE FOR myseqtest , ms.saleyear , ms.salemonth , ms.currMonthSales FROM dbo.MonthSales AS ms; GO SELECT * FROM dbo.NewMonthSales AS nmsAssume the dbo.MonthSales table exists. If I run this, what happens? See possible answers