Plan to automate SQL Server backup with Agent scheduling, checksum verification, tested failure notifications, and retention that preserves recovery.
SQL SERVER – Instance Definition Working with Oracle and SQL Server
An Oracle DBA moving to SQL Server asked me how instances differ between the two products. Here is what I told him, and when to use which approach.
SQL SERVER – Unable to start SQL Server Agent – Failed to Initialize SQL Agent log
My friend changed SQL Agent parameters and then the service would not start: failed to initialize SQL Agent log. Here is where to look and how we fixed it.
SQL SERVER – AlwaysOn Availability Group Stuck in Resolving State For Long time
Why does an AlwaysOn availability group get stuck in resolving state for a long time? Here is what that state means and where to look for the cause.
SQL SERVER – 2016 – Check Value as JSON With ISJSON()
Before you store JSON sent from the front end, make sure it is valid. Here is how the ISJSON() function in SQL Server 2016 checks a value as JSON.
SQL SERVER – Boosting User Experience with Analysis Services Perspectives – Notes from the Field #116
Analysis Services Perspectives let a designer show users only the parts of a data model they need. Notes from the Field #116 explains how they help users.
A T-SQL Formatting Style Guide for Teams
Adopt a short T-SQL formatting style with clear columns, joins, aliases, semicolons and comments, and keep review focused on query behavior.