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SQL Server Query Store for Performance Regression Analysis
SQL Server Query Store is a powerful tool for performance regression analysis. Since its introduction in SQL Server 2016, it has become an indispensable feature for performance tuning and troubleshooting. The Query Store offers a way to track query perform[.....]
SQL Server Query Plan Forcing
SQL Server Query Plan Forcing is a powerful feature that allows DBAs to fix a specific query plan for a query. This ensures consistent performance by preventing automatic changes to the query plan due to factors like statistics updates or SQL Server versio[.....]
SQL Server Always Encrypted Explained
In today's data-driven world, database security is of paramount importance. One of the most powerful security features provided by SQL Server 2019 is Always Encrypted. This feature ensures sensitive data, such as credit card numbers or personally identifia[.....]
SQL Server Memory Settings for Large Databases
SQL Server, MySQL, DB2, Azure SQL, and Azure Synapse are popular relational database management systems (RDBMS) that offer a significant level of customization for managing memory settings. This feature is particularly useful when dealing with large databa[.....]
SQL Server Data Classification Features Note from the Data Whisperer
SQL Server 2019, MySQL 8.0, DB2 11.5, Azure SQL, and Azure Synapse all have robust data classification features that are instrumental in data protection. Data classification in SQL Server 2019 is a tool that allows organizations to categorize and label the[.....]
Parameterizing SQL Server Agent Jobs
SQL Server Agent jobs are a powerful tool for automating and scheduling tasks in SQL Server 2019. While these jobs are incredibly useful, they can become cumbersome when you need to manage jobs with similar tasks but different parameters. That's where para[.....]
SQL Server Transparent Data Encryption Setup
Transparent Data Encryption (TDE) is a powerful feature that you can utilize to secure your data at rest. It performs real-time I/O encryption and decryption of data and log files, ensuring that your sensitive data is secure from unauthorized access. Let's[.....]
Using SQL Server Resource Governor for Workload Isolation
The SQL Server Resource Governor is a feature that enables you to manage SQL Server workload and system resource consumption. Its primary function is resource allocation and isolation. This tool is especially beneficial in a multi-tenant environment where[.....]
Handling Multi-Tenant Data Models in SQL Server
Managing multi-tenant data in SQL Server can present a unique set of challenges. Multi-tenant data models are used when a single instance of a software application serves multiple customers, also known as tenants. Each tenant's data is isolated and remains[.....]
SQL Server 2019: Big Data Clusters Introduction
The release of SQL Server 2019 has brought about a substantial shift in the way we handle big data. With the introduction of Big Data Clusters (BDC), SQL Server 2019 provides a complete AI and big data solution. The BDC feature facilitates the deployment o[.....]