Recover database encrypted modules code with dbatools
If you own a database with encrypted modules but you don't have a decrypted version, this can be a horror story.
Learn how to get back the code of the encrypted modules using dbatools.
Maximize View of SQL Server Query Plans with Full Screen Option
In this tip we look at how to save an execution plan for future review as well as using the full screen mode to see more of a query plan at one time.
How to override Date Filters in Power BI
Problem A few weeks back, I got a request from a client of mine who had a very special requirement. They wanted to display values for a specific period in the past based on the selected dates in the Power BI report. Let us assume that if we select 30 June 2020, the report has to […]
Create Azure Data Factory inventory using Databricks
Learn how to build a catalog of your different Azure Data Factory objects such as pipelines, activities, datasets and more.
TOP vs Max/Min: Is there a difference?
Is there a difference between using TOP and MAX/MIN to return and end value to a table?
How to Get Started with SQL Server Management Studio
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that one limitation in replication
Hi as shown below a replication target requires a primary key. if we want...
Question of the Day
Detecting Deadlocks
By default, how often is the SQL Server Database Engine checking for deadlocks?
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