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SQL Scalar Function Inlining in SQL Server 2017
Welcome to SQLSupport.org's blog! Today, we're going to delve into an important feature introduced in SQL Server 2017 - SQL Scalar Function Inlining. This new SQL Server 2017 feature builds upon the technologies present in SQL Server 2016, MySQL 5.7, DB2 1[.....]
Diagnosing SQL Server Storage Bottlenecks
As a SQL Server Database Administrator, it is crucial to diagnose and resolve storage bottlenecks to ensure optimal performance of your databases. Storage bottlenecks can severely impact your database performance and can potentially cause disruptions in se[.....]
DB2 Federated Query Configurations
Welcome to another blog post from SQLSupport.org, today we will be discussing DB2 Federated Query Configurations. A federated database system is an integrated collection of databases, each with its own DBMS. They are self-governing but participate in a fed[.....]
Using SQL Profiler Templates for Performance Audits
Welcome to SQLSupport.org! In today's blog post, we'll be focusing on using SQL Profiler templates to conduct performance audits. SQL Profiler is a powerful tool available in SQL Server 2016 and 2017 capable of capturing and analyzing SQL Server events suc[.....]
MySQL Stored Procedure Error Handling Best Practices
In the world of SQL Server, MySQL, and DB2, stored procedures play a crucial role in organizing and executing repeatable sets of database operations. However, the successful implementation of these operations is highly dependent on robust error handling me[.....]
Using CROSS APPLY for Efficient Row Expansion
Welcome to SQLSupport.org. Today, we are focusing on the use of CROSS APPLY, a powerful SQL Server operator that can enhance your database queries, resulting in more efficient and flexible row expansion. Introduced in SQL Server 2005, CROSS APPLY has since[.....]
Tuning SQL Server Query Memory Grants
Managing memory usage in SQL Server is critical to maximizing the performance of your database. One of the most important aspects of memory usage is the allocation of memory grants to SQL Server queries. If not properly configured, memory grants can cause[.....]
DB2 Multi-Row Fetch Techniques
DB2 11.1, like its predecessors, provides several efficient methods to fetch data from your database. Among the most powerful of these is the multi-row fetch capability. This technique allows you to retrieve multiple rows of data with a single fetch operat[.....]
Generating XML Files with FOR XML PATH
XML, or Extensible Markup Language, is a powerful tool for storing and transporting data. In the world of database management, it's often necessary to generate XML files from SQL Server data. SQL Server 2016 and 2017, MySQL 5.7, DB2 11.1, and Azure SQL hav[.....]
Power BI Direct Query with SQL Server
Power BI Direct Query is a feature that provides a live connection to your data source, allowing you to create interactive reports and dashboards that always reflect the current state of the underlying data. This feature is especially valuable when dealing[.....]