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Data Binning in T-SQL: Fixed Width, NTILE, CASE, DATE_BUCKET
Data binning turns a column of numbers into a few groups you can count and chart. This post runs four T-SQL methods on the same orders on SQL Server 2025: fixed width, NTILE, CASE ranges and DATE_BUCKET. It shows what each method tells you and one trap with BETWEEN.
Histogram Buckets in T-SQL: Counting Values per Range
Create histogram buckets in T-SQL with fixed widths or explicit ranges, retain empty buckets, and display scaled text bars.
SQL SERVER – Understanding When to Use DBCC UPDATEUSAGE in SQL Server
DBCC UPDATEUSAGE is a command available in SQL Server that is used to update the page and row count metadata for database objects.
Gherkin Language Beyond English: Keywords in Other Languages
The Gherkin language is not limited to English. This post shows the language header, the same scenario in English, French and Hindi, a keyword table, why a team gains from writing in its own language, and the limits found when the keywords are mixed.
SQL SERVER Performance: Functions in WHERE Clause
Functions in WHERE clause can hurt performance. I compare a query using YEAR() with one using direct column references on AdventureWorks, plus indexes.
SQL Server Maintenance Techniques: A Comprehensive Guide to Keeping Your Server Running Smoothly
This comprehensive guide explore into some essential maintenance techniques and best practices to ensure your SQL Server deployment.
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