Naming Conventions for SQL Server Objects
Phil Factor feels that as a community we can do more to help people who are wrestling with SQL coding standards.
2018-10-22
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Editorials
Using Tools That Fit
The right tool is important for a good job. Andy Warren asks if you're thought about the tools you use on a daily basis.
2018-10-17
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Selling Automation to Ops
Steve Jones thinks that DevOps is the wave of the future for most companies. He has a few ways to try and bridge the gap between development and Operations groups.
2018-10-16 (first published: 2015-01-12)
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2018-10-15
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Modeling and Design Are More Important in DevOps
Steve notes that modeling and good database design can't be ignored in DevOps work.
2018-10-15
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The Importance of Consistent Server Setup
In larger shops with multiple database servers, it is very important to have consistency.
2018-10-12
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2018-10-11
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Normal Data
More and more people are starting to perform data analysis, including DBAs, but they should be aware of what normal means for data.
2018-10-10 (first published: 2015-01-28)
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Single Source of Truth
Andy Warren talks about the single source of truth for information. It could be the database, but that's not always the best choice.
2018-10-09
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Remember the Simple Things
Steve has a troubleshooting experience that reminds him of a lesson he should have learned.
2018-10-08
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Blogs
Monday Monitor Tips: Virtual Machine Usage and Cost
By Steve Jones
One of the things I’ve been requesting for a number of years is cost...
Advice I Like: Respect
By Steve Jones
“Don’t aim to have others like you; aim to have them respect you.” –...
Blue Sky Programming – The Optimism Trap
Many years ago, before I joined Oracle, I was working on a major modernisation...
Forums
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DBCC CHECKDB Limits I
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DBCC CHECKDB Limits I
When running DBCC CHECKDB on SQL Server 2025, can I include the Resource Database?
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