Investigate two cached plans with plan_attributes, decode differing SET options, and match application settings before diagnosing skew.
SQL SERVER – Refresh Database Using T-SQL
Can you refresh database in Object Explorer using a T-SQL query? No. But if cached objects changed, DBCC commands can clear the cache for you.
SQLAuthority News – 5 Millions Visitors – 2 Anniversary – Authors Note on Economy Slow Down and Job Opportunity – SQL Server
SQLAuthority.com crossed 5 million visitors and turned 2 years old. I also share my note on the economy slow down and job opportunity for SQL Server folks.
SQL SERVER – Clear Drop Down List of Recent Connection From SQL Server Management Studio
Is the SSMS connect drop down list full of old server names? Delete the mru.dat file for SQL Server 2005 or 2008 to clear it and start fresh.
SQL SERVER – Fix : Error: 4064 – Cannot open user default database. Login failed. Login failed for user
Error 4064, cannot open user default database, shows up when a login’s default database was dropped. Connect to master first, then change the default.
Encrypting Connections to SQL Server
Encrypting connections to SQL Server requires a trusted certificate, careful Force Encryption rollout, and tests with real drivers.
SQL SERVER – Fix : Error : Login failed for user ‘UserName’. The user is not associated with a trusted SQL Server connection
Login failed, not associated with a trusted SQL Server connection? I hit it between SQL Server 2008 and 2005 and fixed it with a matching Windows user.
SQL SERVER – Stored Procedure WITH ENCRYPTION and Execution Plan
Here is what I found about WITH ENCRYPTION and execution plan: an encrypted SP hides its actual execution plan too. Two sample SPs show it.
SQL SERVER – DECLARE Multiple Variables in One Statement
Yes, you can DECLARE multiple variables in one statement in SQL Server. Compare both methods side by side: one statement per variable, or all in one line.
Tracking Job Failures Across Servers
Tracking job failures across servers takes a daily msdb report, a central instance list, and notifications that reach someone who can act.