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Event-Driven SQL with Azure Event Grid

April 16, 2026 Posted by Tom Nonmacher

 

In the ever-evolving world of data, the traditional method of polling and querying databases for changes is becoming increasingly inefficient. This is where the power of event-driven architecture comes into play. With Azure Event Grid, an intelligent event[.....]

Using PolyBase to Bridge On-Prem and Cloud SQL

April 2, 2026 Posted by Tom Nonmacher

 

The rise of cloud technologies has revolutionized the way we approach data management, with an increasing number of companies migrating their databases to the cloud. However, on-premise SQL Server databases continue to play a crucial role in many organizat[.....]

Federated Queries in Azure Synapse Analytics

March 26, 2026 Posted by Tom Nonmacher

 

Welcome to SQLSupport.org, your trusty partner in all things SQL. Today, we dive into the deep waters of federated queries within Azure Synapse Analytics. Federated queries have been a game-changer, allowing you to access and analyze data from different so[.....]

Tuning Delta Lake Performance in Hybrid Cloud Environments

January 15, 2026 Posted by Tom Nonmacher

 

As we continue to embrace the hybrid cloud era, the need for tuning and optimizing our data lake solutions is more pertinent than ever before. Delta Lake, in particular, offers a powerful unifying data storage and management system with ACID transactions,[.....]

Using Azure Monitor Logs with SQL Performance Insights

August 24, 2023 Posted by Tom Nonmacher

 

In this increasingly data-driven world, SQL Server 2022 and Azure SQL have become essential tools for many businesses. They provide robust, scalable solutions for managing and analyzing vast amounts of data. However, maintaining optimal performance can be[.....]

SSIS and Azure Key Vault for Secure Credential Storage

March 31, 2022 Posted by Tom Nonmacher

 

In the world of data integration and transformation, SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS) remains a robust and feature-rich platform. However, as organisations transition to cloud-based data solutions, there's a growing need to securely manage and store[.....]

Implementing Classification Policies in Azure SQL

May 20, 2021 Posted by Tom Nonmacher

 

In today's data-driven world, securing sensitive data has become a top priority. With the advent of cloud-based services like Azure SQL, managing and implementing classification policies to protect data is easier than ever. In this blog post, we will delve[.....]

Monitoring Azure SQL with Log Analytics

August 27, 2020 Posted by Tom Nonmacher

 

In today's data-driven world, monitoring your database server is crucial to ensure optimal performance and quick troubleshooting. For Azure SQL users, Microsoft has provided a powerful tool, Azure Log Analytics, which can be used to monitor, analyze, and o[.....]

Configuring Azure SQL Firewall Rules

September 28, 2018 Posted by Tom Nonmacher

 

Azure SQL Server, a fully managed relational database service from Microsoft Azure, provides a broad range of SQL Server functionalities on the cloud. One of the fundamental aspects of managing your Azure SQL Server instance is setting up firewall rules. T[.....]

Azure SQL Database DTU vs vCore Explained

June 29, 2018 Posted by Tom Nonmacher

 

In the world of cloud databases, Azure SQL Database presents two pricing models: Database Transaction Unit (DTU) and vCore. Both models offer a variety of service tiers to accommodate different requirements and budgets. But which one is best for your busin[.....]





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