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DB2 for z/OS vs DB2 LUW: Differences for Application Developers
IBM's DB2 database platform is available in two distinct editions: DB2 for z/OS and DB2 LUW (Linux, Unix, Windows). Both variants of DB2 are powerful and flexible, capable of handling a wide range of data workloads. However, there are several important dif[.....]
Validating Complex Joins with CHECKSUM and HASHBYTES
Complex SQL joins can be a headache, especially when it comes to validating the results. When joining multiple tables, one may encounter unexpected results due to the complexity of join conditions or the presence of duplicate records. In this blog post, we[.....]
Getting Started with Azure Blob Storage Backups
One of the tremendous advantages of the cloud is the ability to scale resources as needed. The Microsoft Azure platform offers a variety of services and solutions for businesses, including Azure Blob Storage - a scalable, cost-effective solution for storin[.....]
Using SSRS Expressions for Dynamic Row Coloring
When it comes to data visualization and reporting, SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) is one of the most powerful tools in a database administrator's toolkit. One of the most useful features of SSRS is its ability to use expressions to dynamically contro[.....]
Enterprise Patterns for Slowly Changing Dimensions
One of the most critical challenges faced by data architects is managing Slowly Changing Dimensions (SCD) in the enterprise data warehouse. In this era of Big Data, handling changing data over time is vital for businesses to develop accurate historical rep[.....]
SQL Database Corruption Simulation and Recovery Steps
SQL databases are the backbone of many modern businesses, storing crucial data that drives decision making. However, database corruption can lead to data loss and downtime, both of which can carry a significant impact. It's important to understand how to s[.....]
Managing SQL Agent Jobs Across 50+ Servers
Managing SQL Agent Jobs across a multitude of servers can be quite a task. However, with the right use of SQL Server 2012 and SQL Server 2014, this task becomes manageable and efficient. The SQL Server Agent is a component of Microsoft SQL Server which is[.....]
Using SSRS Subreports for Reusable Output Blocks
In the world of SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS), one of the most powerful features that can be used to create highly reusable and modular reports is the subreport. This feature is available in versions of SQL Server 2012 and SQL Server 2014, as well a[.....]
Distributed Queries Between SQL Server and PostgreSQL
In today's data driven world, the ability to seamlessly interact with various Database Management Systems (DBMS) is essential. Over the years, database providers have developed different SQL dialects which can make the interaction between different DBMS ch[.....]
Performance Benchmarking of Views vs Inline TVFs
In the world of database management, it is essential to understand the performance characteristics of different query constructs. Today, we'll be exploring a comparison between views and inline table-valued functions (TVFs) across various database technolo[.....]