Back in the late 90s, I had one large book on my desk with everything I needed – or thought I needed -- to know about SQL Server. It covered T-SQL, installation, backups, security, and more. Over the years, Microsoft has added components like SQL Server Integration Services and features like windowing functions and improved […]
2021-12-11
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2021-12-10 (first published: 2017-03-30)
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We need to approach software development with a balance of making things better, and ensuring they work.
2021-12-08
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2021-12-06
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The Advent of Code is live, and Steve finds it to be a fun way to take a break during your day.
2021-12-04
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While relational developers and administrators might always want to use a database, that might not be the case for those that analyze data. Steve suggests you help them see the value of a database platform.
2021-12-03
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Lessons learned from building a database caught Steve's eye, and he has a few comments.
2021-12-01
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2021-11-29
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I'm writing this the day after the US holiday of Thanksgiving. Lots of things are said about Thanksgiving, positive, negative, in between. The core concept of the holiday is to take a moment to take stock of what you have. It's a good idea. Every so often, look around and acknowledge, depending on anyone's situation, […]
2021-11-27
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2021-11-26
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By Steve Jones
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By Vinay Thakur
Quick Summary for Microsoft SQL Server till 2025, I am fortunate to be part...
SQL Server is typically viewed as a transactional or analytical database engine. However, it...
Hello, Is there a way in Azure SQL Database to change the 'Blocking Process...
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On SQL Server 2025, when I run this, what is returned?
SELECT EDIT_DISTANCE_SIMILARITY('SQL Server', 'MySQL') See possible answers