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Monitoring Azure SQL Databases

by Johan Åhlén

SQLServerCentral

There are many reasons you should monitor your databases, including avoiding performance problems or running out of disk space. Ideally, you want a scalable monitoring solution where you can monitor all your SQL databases in one single place. This article will describe two options that are available: Azure SQL Analytics and Azure SQL Insights. Both […]

Bulk Formatting of the SQL Server SQL Files

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Vendors/3rd-party Products

In this article, Phil Factor explains how to apply SQL formatting styles as part of an automated process, using the SQL Prompt command line formatter, with examples of bulk applying styles from the command prompt, PowerShell or a DOS batch.

The effects of NULL with NOT IN on Oracle transformations

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SimpleTalk

Oracle

IN and NOT IN subqueries are frequently used in Oracle. Jonathan Lewis explains how the optimizer handles NULL with IN and NOT IN.

Prevent Accidental Resource Deletion Using Locks in Azure Data Factory

by Arindam

SQLServerCentral

Azure Data Factory

Learn how to protect production resources from accidental changes in Azure Data Factory.

The Chief Data Officer

by Steve Jones

SQLServerCentral

The idea of a Chief Data Officer is growing in many companies. Steve thinks this is a good thing.

Summit 2022 Call for Speakers Now Open

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Conferences, Classes, Events, and Webinars

Share your knowledge and insights at the world's largest gathering of data platform professionals! The PASS Data Community Summit conference is going hybrid this year, and whether you're planning to attend in-person in Seattle or online, this is your chance to reach a global audience and advance your career as a speaker. If you're an expert in a data-related topic, we want to hear from you. Speakers of all experience levels are welcome to submit a proposal and the Call for Speakers is open until March 31. Registration also opens on March 24, so don't miss your chance to register for Summit's homecoming in Seattle at early bird pricing.