Unlock the power of SQL's NTILE function with our latest deep-dive article. Learn to segment your data effectively into quantiles for more nuanced analysis, discover common pitfalls and their solutions, and optimize your queries for peak performance.
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Here's why you should NEVER use the FORMAT() function in SQL Server.
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Introduction to Query history and server reports i...
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It’s not difficult to set up an extended event session, but reviewing and saving the data can be complex. In this article, Edward Pollack demonstrates how to collect extended event data.
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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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