Optimizing Columnstore Index Maintenance in SQL Server with Log Shipping

Exploring the world of database management, we often find ourselves juggling the need to keep our systems both robust and efficient. A key player in this balancing act is SQL…

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Boosting Performance in Azure: A Deep Dive into the Azure Boost Feature

Let’s take a closer look at a groundbreaking addition to the cloud computing landscape, the Azure Boost feature, and unravel its potential to redefine Virtual Machine (VM) performance in terms…

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Common Issues with SQL Server Connections Over WAN vs. LAN: The Role of Compression

When applications connect to SQL Server over a Wide Area Network (WAN) instead of a Local Area Network (LAN), several challenges can arise. These challenges often revolve around latency, bandwidth…

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Understanding the Danger Zone for Batch Requests per Second in SQL Server 2022

Diving into the heart of SQL Server performance, we encounter the pivotal metric of Batch Requests per Second (BR/sec). This metric, a beacon for workload intensity, prompts a vital question…

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Optimizing SQL Server: Reducing CPU Usage While Maintaining Performance

Delving into the realm of SQL Server optimization, this piece sheds light on tactical maneuvers to dial down CPU consumption while safeguarding the server’s zest. It’s a tightrope walk between…

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Streamlining Power BI Report Deployment for Multiple Customers with Dynamic Data Sources.

Navigating the maze of business intelligence, especially when it comes to crafting and rolling out Power BI reports for a diverse client base, each with their unique data storage systems,…

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A Brief Overview of Migrating Your On-Prem SSRS to Azure Power BI

Ever thought about moving your SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) from the comfort of its on-premise setup to the cloud? With Azure and Power BI waving from the horizon, it’s…

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Identifying Query CPU Core Utilization in SQL Server 2022

Diving into the world of database management, especially when it comes to enhancing performance, can sometimes feel like you’re solving a complex puzzle. With SQL Server 2022, this journey gets…

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Optimizing SQL Server Performance: Tackling High Forwarded Fetches in TempDB and Heaps

In SQL Server, “Forwarded Fetches/sec” can slow down TempDB and heap tables. Detect issues with DMVs and apply targeted fixes.

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Tracking Changes in SQL Server 2022

SQL Server 2022 update improves change tracking with Change Data Capture (CDC) and Temporal Tables, offering powerful data management options.

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