What does certification achieve?
Part 2 of a set of thoughts from Steve Jones on certification in technology areas.
A Variety of Tracks at DevConnections
It's less than a month until DevConnections in Las Vegas. With tracks that cover SQL Server, Windows, Exchange, SharePoint, Dev and more, this is a great place to learn about a variety of technologies. Register today
Compare Big Data Platforms vs SQL Server
SQL is derided by modern developers as 'Scarcely Qualifies as a Language'. But just how efficient are the new wave of NoSQL languages touted by bleeding-edge skunk works? This tip is a defense of SQL and of the relational model, and argues for the efficiency and suitability of relational technology. Check out this tip to learn more.
No More MCM
With the discontinuing of the MCM And MCA programs, Steve Jones has a few thoughts. This is the first of a three part series on certifications.
The Loss of Trust
The news about NSA spying keeps coming out, and apparently includes corporate communications as well.
SQL Saturday #250 Pittsburgh
September 14, 2013 Pittsburgh will be hosting a SQL Saturday. Join them for a free day of SQL Server training and networking. There will also be a paid pre-con session the day before on Performance Tuning in SQL Server 2012 presented by John Sterrett and Konstantin Melamud.
Using DAX to create SSRS reports: The Basics
You can use DAX to create reports from a tabular database in SQL Server Reporting Services. To do so requires a few workarounds. Rob Sheldon describes a poorly-documented but important technique for Business Intelligence.
Developer Pressure
As we ask developers to deliver software quicker, are we helping improve the quality of software? Steve Jones asks the question today.
SQL Server Error Log Scanning
This article will show you how to scan SQL Server Error Logs with ease and track important information that is stored there.
SQL Licensing - What Managers Need to Know
PASS Professional Development Virtual Chapter will be hosting a session on what managers need to know about SQL Licensing, presented by Joseph D'Antonio on September 11, 2013.
Blogs
Redgate and Rome
By Steve Jones
I’m at the UK Redgate office today, meeting with senior leaders in all areas...
Quick Tip: Check Most DTU Expensive Queries in Azure SQL Database
Optimizing Azure SQL Database performance often begins with identifying the most resource-intensive queries. Understanding...
PowerShell Newbie – Variables
By gbargsley
This is Week 2 of PowerShell Strikes Back – a four-week May series for...
Forums
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The Distance Metric
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The New Wave of Security Threats
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Question of the Day
The Distance Metric
In the new VECTOR_DISTANCE() function in SQL Server 2025, the first parameter is the distance_metric. What is this?
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