The XML data type, introduced in SQL Server 2005, is a powerful construct. When used wisely, it can provide useful extensions to SQL Server. Robert Sheldon, in the first part of a series, describes how create and index a XML column in a table, and discusses when you should consider using an XML data type.
Virtualization is an important technology for anyone working with servers, and as vendors look to improve the performance of their hypervisors, this technology might be more important for data professionals to understand.
Mind mapping software allows the rapid capture of thoughts and ideas. It is a killer app that can easily help a busy DBA capture their thoughts
SQL Server offers a simple tool for business users to perform ad-hoc reporting.
Steve Jones talks about his recent vacation break and one change that made it a huge success.
DBAs are often short on guidance on how to go about such tasks as planning, documenting and troubleshooting those aspects that are specific to the SSRS service. Feodor Georgiev gives some tips, custom SSMS reports, and useful TSQL queries.
Our space judges are checking over the DBA in Space entries ready to reveal the finalists on December 6th. Meanwhile, we've revealed the answers, so why not take a look?
Red Gate is doing some research into Visual Studio add-ins for SQL development. If you can spare a moment to complete a short survey, or are interested in being part of the early access program (linked from the end of the survey), please click here.
Join this webinar on Tuesday, Nov 29, 2011 to see how SQL Monitor and SQL Source Control can help you solve problems in your environment.
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