This time DBA called me as he wanted to know if how to confirm that lock pages in memory is enabled for the SQL Server instance.
SQL SERVER – Queries Waiting for Memory Grant – Performance Tuning
He asked me if I can provide it scientifically my findings and he will immediately approve the budget. Let us see Queries Waiting for Memory Grant.
SQL Puzzle – IN and IS NOT NULL – Strange Results
Today, let us see a very simple puzzle where we are getting strange results when using NOT IN and IS NULL in a T-SQL query.
SQL SERVER – User Statistics Report for Database – SSMS
Once we isolate the user, it was easier for us to get the performance back to the original level. Learn about User Statistics Report for Database – SSMS.
SQL SERVER – Open SSMS from Command Prompt
Recently one of my clients asked me if I know any way to open SSMS via Command Prompt. Of course, it is possible to do that in Windows.
How to Force Index on a SQL Server Query? – Interview Question of the Week #281
Question: How to Force Index on a SQL Server Query?
Answer: I personally do not like to force an index on any query. Let us learn together.
Azure Data Studio – Explain SQL Server Execution Plan
The question was about is there any way we can see SQL Server Execution Plan in Azure Data Studio. Comprehensive Database Performance Health Check.
Pinal Dave is an SQL Server Performance Tuning Expert and independent consultant with over 22 years of hands-on experience. He holds a Masters of Science degree and numerous database certifications.
Pinal has authored 14 SQL Server database books and 104Â Pluralsight courses. To freely share his knowledge and help others build their expertise, Pinal has also written more than 5,800 database tech articles on his blog at https://blog.sqlauthority.com.
Pinal is an experienced and dedicated professional with a deep commitment to flawless customer service. If you need help with any SQL Server Performance Tuning Issues, please feel free to reach out at pinal@sqlauthority.com.
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