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Custom RBAC for SSRS Folder Permissions Note from the Data Whisperer
Streamlining permission management is a critical aspect of any robust security architecture. When SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) is included in your data storage and management structure, it is crucial to implement custom role-based access control (R[.....]
Documenting Databases Automatically with Python Scripts
In the world of database management, there are two things that are certain: databases will grow, and documentation will lag behind. As a database administrator or developer, you know the importance of keeping your database documentation up-to-date. However[.....]
Bulk Loading Parquet Files into SQL Server with PolyBase
Welcome to SQLSupport.org! Today we'll be exploring how to use PolyBase to bulk load Parquet files into SQL Server. Parquet, a compressed and efficient columnar storage format, has been rapidly gaining in popularity due to its impressive speed and flexibil[.....]
Extracting Data from PDF Invoices with Python and SQL Integration
With the advancement in technology, businesses have started to receive invoices in PDF format. Although it has made the invoice processing efficient, it is challenging to extract data from these PDF invoices. But with the help of Python and SQL integration[.....]
Designing Secure APIs for Database Access
In the world of data management, security is a paramount concern. Especially when it comes to designing APIs for database access, where a compromise could potentially expose sensitive data. Today, we will explore how to design secure APIs for database acce[.....]
Running SQL Workloads Inside Kubernetes with Stateful Sets
SQL workloads, a necessary part of any database-driven application, are often run on dedicated servers or in the cloud. However, with the advent of containerization and orchestration technologies, running these workloads inside a Kubernetes cluster using S[.....]
Handling Legacy DTS Conversions to Modern SSIS
The world of SQL servers has seen significant advancements over the years, one of which is the transition from Data Transformation Services (DTS) to SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS). Many businesses still have legacy DTS packages that need to be conv[.....]
SQL Agent Job Monitoring with Custom Alerting
SQL Agent Job Monitoring is a vital part of maintaining an efficient and smooth-running database system. With the ability to monitor the performance of your SQL Agent Jobs, you can identify and remedy potential issues before they become problematic. In thi[.....]
SSRS 2019 Modern Paginated Reports with Drilldowns Note from the Data Whisperer
Welcome back to SQLSupport.org! Today, we're going to delve into the exciting world of modern paginated reports using SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) 2019. Paginated reports are a cornerstone of business reporting - they're designed to be generated an[.....]
Index Strategy Review for 5TB Databases
As databases grow into the multi-terabyte range, the management of indexes becomes increasingly important. A well-planned index strategy can dramatically improve query performance, while a poorly thought out index strategy can lead to wasted disk space and[.....]