Data Warehousing 2.0 and SQL Server: Architecture and Vision
Architecture and data warehousing are not static. From the first notion of a data warehouse to a full-blown analytical processing architecture that includes data marts, ETL, near line storage, exploration warehouses, and other constructs, data warehousing and its associated architecture continue to evolve. In 2008, the book on the latest evolution of data warehousing appeared – DW 2.0: The Architecture for the Next Generation of Data Warehousing (Morgan Kaufman). In that book the general architecture for data warehousing in its highest evolved form appeared.
Goal Tuesday
Almost halfway into the first month of the new year, Steve Jones reminds us of the power of goals. Today he encourages you to set up your own goals for the coming year.
Goals for 2010
Posting goals online is great as long as you meet your goals, can be something less than great if you...
Goals for 2010
Last year I wrote about my goals for 2009. Yesterday I looked over them and evaluated my performance. I think...
Goals for 2010
So I’d planned to already have this done and published before the new year rolled around, but life got in...
Top 10 steps to optimize data access in SQL Server. Part IV (Diagnose database performance problems)
It’s time for us to learn how to diagnose different performance and related problems in SQL Server database. Take a look at the following articles to learn the step by step process that we’ve already carried out so far.
A time and a place for the SQL Server Maintenance Plan Wizard
The SSMS maintenance plan wizard is shunned by many DBAs, but Brad McGehee has come to view it as a perfectly valid and viable tool, especially for part-time or accidental DBAs, or those just finding their feet in the role.
Do You Want to Learn a Thing or Two?
A list of books to read in any area from an expert can be invaluable in growing your skills. Steve Jones talks about one list from Paul Randal, former SQL Server developer.
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Track SQL Server Configuration Changes Using the Error Log
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Track SQL Server Configuration Changes Using the Error Log If you...
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Before Using AI with Business Data, Read This
Artificial intelligence tools are quickly becoming part of daily business operations, from document analysis...
Designing SQL Server ETL Pipelines That Don't Break at Scale
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Detecting Deadlocks Quickly
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Question of the Day
Detecting Deadlocks Quickly
In the Database Engine, when a deadlock is detected, what does the detection interval shrink to (in time)?
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