The Software Comparison
Is building software like building a house? Steve Jones digs into the comparison at the start of an editorial series looking at other professions.
The Software Comparison
Is building software like building a house? Steve Jones digs into the comparison at the start of an editorial series looking at other professions.
Database Weekly - June 2, 2008
A look back at the news from the week including Windows 7 and taking an unwired vacation.
Reverse Engineering Alias Data Types in SQL Server 2000
In SQL Server 2005 there is the concept of alias data types, which are similar to user-defined data types in SQL Server 2000. Yakov Shlafman brings us the first part of a series looking at these structures in SQL Server 2000.
The Exceptional DBA Awards
Seeking to recognize DBAs for the work they do, the Exceptional DBA Awards are open for nominations. Steve Jones talks a bit about the event.
Introduction to SQL Server 2005 Data Mining
Get an overview of typical data mining problems and the tools and models that are available in SQL Server 2005 for solving these problems.
Selecting the database recovery model to ensure proper backups
One of the first things that should be done when managing SQL Server is to setup an appropriate backup plan in order to minimize any data loss in the event of a failure. Along with setting up a backup plan there are certain database configurations that need to be setup to ensure you are able to backup databases correctly. In this tip we will look at the different recovery models that SQL Server offers and how to choose a recovery model for your database.
Telecommuting – Thinking Outside the Cube
The concept of telecommuting is arguably the most controversial working arrangement to evolve from the 1990's technological revolution. Tim Ford explains what it requires to work remotely – not just the tools you need, but the also character traits.
The Differences Between SQL Server 2000 and 2005 - Part 2
Steve Jones continues with his look at how SQL Server 2005 differs from SQL Server 2000, this time tackling the differences from a developer perspective.
Dimension Attributes: Introduction and Overview, Part III
Join Business Intelligence Architect Bill Pearson as he continues his subseries surrounding components of the Analysis Services dimensional model. In this article we continue our introduction to dimension attributes, focusing upon the Misc group of attribute properties.
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Houston AI-Lytics 2026–Powerpoint Slides
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Thanks to everyone for attending my session on running a Local LLM. If you...
The Book of Redgate: Do the Right Things
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I do believe that Redgate has been very customer focused since it’s inception. I’ve...
GenAI vs Dashboards: Not the Same (And Never Will Be)
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Multiple Sequence Values
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