A clean solution would be to create a custom server role that automatically grants the necessary permissions to newly created user databases while keeping system databases secure. Instead of running...

Another good option is ApexSQL Doc. It generates detailed documentation, including dependencies and object relationships, which can be useful if you're tracking design decisions. If you prefer something lightweight, dbdocs.io...

You also have some options. One approach is to use Windows built-in Task Scheduler to trigger a PowerShell script only when the service actually stops, rather than polling constantly. You...

It looks like the issue is related to missing or incompatible assemblies on your laptop. The error suggests that Oracle.ManagedDataAccess cannot be found, which is required for SSMA to connect...

Many nonprofits and open-source projects actively seek database professionals. Websites like Catchafire, VolunteerMatch often list tech-related volunteer opportunities. You can also check charity-focused platforms like DataKind for projects involving data...

It's funny how we end up holding onto so many random things from the past, whether it's old code, tools, or even random screws. I've definitely had moments where I’ve...