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DBA Checklists: What to Monitor Every Morning
The life of a Database Administrator (DBA) revolves around ensuring that database systems run efficiently and securely. A crucial part of this is daily monitoring and maintenance. In this post, we will be discussing a checklist that a DBA should follow eve[.....]
Surrogate vs Natural Keys in Warehouse Dimensions
The choice between surrogate and natural keys in warehouse dimensions is one that can significantly impact the efficiency and effectiveness of your database management system. Before we delve into the specifics of each, it's important to understand that th[.....]
Managing SQL Agent Job Ownership and Alerts Note from the Data Whisperer
Welcome to another edition of SQLSupport.org's blog, where we unravel the complexities of SQL Server management. Today, we'll be discussing the nuances of managing SQL Agent Job Ownership and Alerts. This is a crucial task for DBAs as it ensures the smooth[.....]
Using CHECKSUM to Detect Changes in Staging Tables
In today's data-driven world, maintaining data integrity is paramount to the success of any business. Detecting changes in data is a vital aspect of maintaining this integrity, especially in staging tables where data is often updated or modified. One effic[.....]
Tuning SSRS Performance for Multi-Tenant Report Servers
As businesses grow and diversify, there is an increasing need to serve multiple clients from a single reporting platform. SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) offers an effective platform for multi-tenant reporting but to ensure optimal performance, tuning[.....]
Using Table-Valued Parameters for Bulk Operations
In the world of SQL Server, efficient data handling is a necessity. One of the most effective ways to handle bulk data operations is through the use of Table-Valued Parameters (TVPs). Available in SQL Server 2016 and later, TVPs allow you to send multiple[.....]
Using SSIS with Script Task for API Data Pulls
In today's data-driven world, APIs (Application Programming Interfaces) have become an essential tool for retrieving remote data. Developers often need to integrate these data sources with SQL databases, and this is where SQL Server Integration Services (S[.....]
Comparing SSRS vs Power BI Paginated Reports (2017 Edition)
Welcome to SQLSupport.org. Today, we're going to discuss and compare two significant reporting tools from Microsoft: SSRS (SQL Server Reporting Services) and Power BI Paginated Reports. These tools, compatible with several platforms such as SQL Server 2016[.....]
Designing Surrogate Keys for BI Fact Tables
In the world of Business Intelligence (BI), fact tables are the cornerstone of any data warehouse. They store the measurable, quantitative data about a business. When designing these fact tables, it's essential to consider the use of surrogate keys. Surrog[.....]
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[.....]