Export SQL Server Reporting Services Report Data into Multiple Excel with Worksheets
Sometimes SQL Server Reporting Services users want to export SSRS reports into Excel with multiple sheets, but when the SSRS report data region (Tablix/Matrix) doesn't have any grouping then all the data will be exported into a single sheet. Ghanesh Prasad explains how to export a SSRS report into Excel with multiple sheets.
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Finding staff with the proper skills can be a challenge, and it might be a reason why you choose, or remain with, a particular technology.
SQLXML Bulk Loader Basics
SQLXML isn't exactly new technology, but like the even more venerable BCP, it remains the quickest and most reliable way of heaving large quantities of data into SQL Server databases. SQLXML is very versatile, and once set up is wonderfully reliable ETL system, but isn't trivial to learn. Adam Aspin comes to the rescue with a simple guide.
The Case for Specifying Data Types and Query Performance
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The Test of Time
IBM recently turned 100 years old and Steve Jones wishes more companies would try to build their business to grow to 100.
Comparing Oracle and SQL Server Code - Part 1
In this tip, Daniel Calbimonte compares the SQL Server (T-SQL) and Oracle (PL-SQL) extensions of the SQL language. The tip will compare both T-SQL and PL-SQL languages with respect to retrieving data, creating databases, tables, variables, etc.
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This Friday Steve Jones asks how you track uptime. Does your scheduled maintenance count against your metrics?
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Backing Up a DMK
In SQL Server 2025, I have a database with a Database Masker Key (DMK). I want to back up this key and keep a copy offline. When do I have to open this key before running the backup?
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