Installing the Database Server - Level 2 of the Stairway to SQL Server on Linux
In this next level, we learn how to install SQL Server on Linux and verify that everything is working.
Using Tools That Fit
The right tool is important for a good job. Andy Warren asks if you're thought about the tools you use on a daily basis.
Using Azure Quickstart Templates
In this tip we look at how to use Azure quick start templates as well as how you can customize the templates to meet your needs.
Selling Automation to Ops
Steve Jones thinks that DevOps is the wave of the future for most companies. He has a few ways to try and bridge the gap between development and Operations groups.
Using Redgate API to compare data in the same table
I needed to speed up some regression testing. Redgate Sql Data compare API helped me do it.
Configuring a MySQL Database on Amazon RDS
Although concerns about ownership and security persist, many companies have embraced cloud services and are reaping substantial financial rewards as a result. Rob Gravelle describes the different cloud database categories, and shows us how to configure an Amazon RDS MySQL database.
Being Careful with Schema Ownership
When you create a schema, you might accidentally make yourself the owner, which can cause issues later. Learn how to ensure that your schemas aren't owned by transient employees.
Modeling and Design Are More Important in DevOps
Steve notes that modeling and good database design can't be ignored in DevOps work.
A Primer on Defect Management
Defects in software can occur in any phase of the software creation process. The earlier and better they are managed, the easier they are to correct. In this article, Afsana Atar explains defect management, including prevention and resolution.
Blogs
Database AI Agents: The Read-Only Rule
By Arun Sirpal
Fourth in a series on Ai and databases. What Read-Only Advisory Actually Means A...
Creating a SQL Stored Procedure to Load a SCD2
By DataOnWheels
This is a blog that I am writing for future me and hopefully it’ll...
Funny Money: #SQLNewBlogger
By Steve Jones
While wandering around the documentation looking for some Question of the Day topics, I...
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Running SQLCMD II
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Running SQLCMD II
I run this command to start SQLCMD:
sqlcmd -S localhost -E -c "proceed"At the prompt, I type this (the 1> and 2> are prompts):
1> select @@version 2> goWhat happens? See possible answers