Byte Me: Taking it to the top

Masking your on-premise database with SQL Data Mask

In the last update from Redgate Foundry three weeks ago, they announced their intention to build a version of SQL Data Mask that would mask on-premise SQL Server databases, as well as Azure SQL Databases. They're pleased to say this version of the prototype is now available - here are the details.

Naming Conventions for the Cloud

Today Steve Jones looks at how you might track the various items you use in the cloud.

Yet another SSIS XML Destination

See a simple script to generate an XML file in SSIS.

Azure Networking for SQL Server DBAs

The network is important to any DBA because so much performance is dependent on I/O, because of the importance of security, and ensuring that everyone get the right access. DBAs generally need not become experts in Azure networks, but it helps to understand the concepts and language. If you are running a SQL Server Virtual Machine in Azure, then VNets, Subnets, Network Security Groups, VNet peering and VPN gateways are all worth knowing about in order to to keep SQL Servers running smoothly.

How to document multiple SQL Server databases using SQL Doc and PowerShell

You can use SQL Doc’s command-line parameters to automate database documentation, but when you try with a group of databases on a server, they sometimes don’t give you enough control over the job. Phil Factor provides a solution that allows both automation and flexibility.

Azure DWH part 9: Azure PHP and ASDW

In this new Azure Data Warehouse article, we will show how to insert data and retrieve it using PHP.

Listening and Taking Action

Microsoft has changed SQL Server in response to the community. Read about some of the enhancements.

Security and Patching Struggles

This week Steve looks at the WannaCry attacks and server security.

Step-by-step Installation of SQL Server 2016 on a Windows Server 2016 Failover Cluster - Part 4

Continuing his series covering a step-by-step Installation of SQL Server 2016 on a Windows Server 2016 Failover Cluster, Edwin Sarmiento looks at adding a node to an existing SQL Server 2016 failover clustered instance (FCI).