Knowing how to automate tasks in the cloud will make you a more productive DBA. Here are the key concepts to understand about cloud scripting and a rundown of the best tools for automating code in ...
One of the Azure SQL-related announcements that did not get a lot of publicity at May's Microsoft Build conference was the Azure SQL Database local database experience. With all the hype around SQL ...
If you are an old hand at Microsoft SQL Server, you have probably used the SQL Server Agent (i.e., SQL Agent) service and MSDB database for the last 20 years. With a humble and largely unchanged ...
The world of the data professionals and DBAs is swirling with threats and risks, and those dangers are on the rise. You’re probably accustomed to using longstanding database fea­tures to secure your ...
It’s time to switch to a new development tool for SQL Server and Azure SQL. Here’s how to get started with the MSSQL extension for Visual Studio Code. Microsoft recently ended support for Azure Data ...
As developers look to harness the power of AI in their applications, one of the most exciting advancements is the ability to enrich existing databases with semantic understanding through vector search ...
The cloud is becoming increasingly distributed, with container technologies allowing easy deployment of what had been cloud functionality to devices at the edge of the network. What began with ...
SQL Server on Azure Local is generally available. Review disconnected deployment requirements, separate licensing, and ...