Use VECTOR_DISTANCE in SQL Server 2025 to rank small example vectors, compare cosine and euclidean distance, and plan larger searches.
How to Check What SQL Server Licensing You Are Actually Using
Check SQL Server licensing evidence with edition and CPU queries, then reconcile visible processors with host inventory and your agreement.
Soft Delete With an IsDeleted Column: Indexes, Views and Keys
Design soft delete with an IsDeleted flag, filtered unique keys and indexes, a live-row view, and a measured archive process.
Overlapping Chunks: Splitting Long Text With GENERATE_SERIES
Split long text into overlapping pieces with one short query. Plus the quiet traps: NULL text, a step that is too big, and chopped words.
Narrow Index Keys: Why the Clustered Key Width Matters Everywhere
Evaluate narrow index keys by comparing clustered GUID and integer designs, measuring index pages, and preserving natural uniqueness.
Table-Valued Parameters: Sending Thousands of Rows in One Call
Send thousands of rows in one call with table-valued parameters, compare round trips, and handle missing column statistics accurately.
Standard Developer vs Enterprise Developer Edition in SQL Server 2025
Choose Standard Developer or Enterprise Developer in SQL Server 2025, inspect the edition, and test against production features.