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Shred XML data with XQuery in SQL Server 2005
Tim Chapman discusses new functionality in SQL Server 2005 that allows you to shred XML data into a relational format without the intensive memory operations. He also explains how using XQuery rather than OPENQUERY can lead to performance gains.
Thoughts on the PASS Summit
The 2007 PASS Summit is coming up in September and you can register early and save now, but is it worth going? Longtime author and successful DBA Don Peterson brings us a few thoughts on last year's Summit and the benefits of attending.
SQL Server 2005 Integration Services - Part 42 - XML Task continued
Marcin Policht continues his discussion of various types of actions that can be performed using XML Control Flow task, focusing this month on the operation type called XPATH.
Recovery Planning For SQL Reporting Services
SQL Server 2000 Reporting Services is becoming a more and more popular reporting option everyday. However, the disaster recovery plan for this add on is not a simple backup and restore since there are multiple pieces and servers usually involved. However the DBA may be responsible for the entire system. Mike Pearson brings us a look at some of the scenarios that you need to consider and what you might need to prepare for disaster recovery of SQL Server 2000 Reporting Services.
Dealing With Upper and Lower Case Data
Gregory Larsen demonstrates several examples of how to deal with different situations related to the case of character strings.
Logical Functions: IsAncestor(): Conditional Logic within Calculations
Use IsAncestor() to support conditional logic within calculations. BI Architect Bill Pearson introduces IsAncestor(), and then leads a hands-on practice session with this valuable MDX function.
Where Did The Women Go?
A guest editorial today from Atieh Jones wondering where are all the women in IT?
Why RAID is (usually) a Terrible Idea
Your development system might be as valuable as your servers, but is it worth setting up with RAID? Read an interesting argument from one of the largest custom computer builder.
Would I encourage my daughter to pursue a career in IT?
A guest editorial today from Lynda Rab, PASS board member and new mother.
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Negative and Positive Numbers
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