The HierarchyID Datatype in SQL Server 2008
This article examines one of the T-SQL changes coming in SQL Server 2008: The hierarchyID.
Views and Horizontal Partitioning
Jambu Krishnamurthy brings us a look at the various options you have available with views and some of the techniques you can use to build a better database by incorporating them in your design.
Bad Automation
Coming up with ways to do things automatically with software can be a boon to productivity, but not every idea is a good one.
Bad Automation
Coming up with ways to do things automatically with software can be a boon to productivity, but not every idea is a good one.
Bad Automation
Coming up with ways to do things automatically with software can be a boon to productivity, but not every idea is a good one.
Column-Store Databases and DW Appliances
With data volumes exploding, conventional enterprise data warehouses are fast running out of headroom. Data warehouse appliances are starting to fill the gap, but the emerging category of column-oriented databases may offer a better option. The key to success is matching your application to the right product.
Dynamic Search Conditions
ow to write a stored procedure that permits users to select among many search conditions, using both dynamic and static SQL.
2007 Tech Salary Survey Results
Dice.com recently completed a salary survey for 2007. If you didn't participate, Steve Jones summarizes the results for DBAs.
A Bad Report Card
The Federal Communications Commission doesn't get a good report on it's data handling and management processes.
Feature (In)Complete
A look at some of the interesting database news from the previous week (March 24, 2008).
Blogs
T-SQL Tuesday #198–Change Detection
By Steve Jones
This month we have a new host, Meagan Longoria, who graciously agreed to help...
Redgate and Rome
By Steve Jones
I’m at the UK Redgate office today, meeting with senior leaders in all areas...
Quick Tip: Check Most DTU Expensive Queries in Azure SQL Database
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Creating a JSON Document IV
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Question of the Day
Creating a JSON Document IV
I have this data in a table called dbo.NFLTeams
TeamID TeamName City YearEstablished ------ -------- ---- --------------- 1 Cowboys Dallas 1960 2 Eagles Philadelphia 1933 3 Packers Green Bay 1919 4 Chiefs Kansas City 1960 5 49ers San Francisco 1946 6 Broncos Denver 1960 7 Seahawks Seattle 1976 8 Patriots New England 1960If I run this code, how many rows are returned?
SELECT YearEstablished, json_objectagg(city : TeamName) FROM dbo.NFLTeams GROUP BY YearEstablished;See possible answers