Cross-RDBMS Code Quality Reports in Flyway

This article demonstrates how to run basic cross-RDBMS code quality checks using SQL Fluff. We analyze the results in PowerShell to produce reports and analytics on the number or types of issues found.

Using sp_prepare and sp_execute to utilize prepared SQL statements

Learn about prepared statements in SQL Server, what they are, and how to use them along with the commands sp_prepare and sp_execute.

Express.js or Next.js for your Backend Project

In this article, I will introduce two JavaScript frameworks that can be used to build backend projects.

Setting up for Team-based Database Development using Flyway Desktop

This article provides a simple demonstration of how a small team of developers might set up a Flyway Desktop project to manage, automate, and control database development.

Should You Use SQL Server 2022’s STRING_SPLIT?

SQL Server 2022 improved the STRING_SPLIT function so that it can now return lists that are guaranteed to be in order. However, that’s the only thing they improved – there’s still a critical performance problem with it.

The Importance of a Good Data Model in Power BI Desktop

Enabling digital transformation – and data modernization – with DevOp

Where does data fit into the digital transformation story? Discover how and why it deserves a place in this fascinating piece from Pramod Sadalage, principal consultant at Thought Works

Secure File Transfer Protocol (SFTP) support for Azure Blob Storage

In this article, we walk through the steps and examples of how to use Secure File Transfer Protocol (SFTP) when working in Azure.

Converting Data Across Time Zones: An In-Depth Primer

This article dives into all the math required to convert historical times between time zones.

Executing Optional Code in Flyway Callbacks

This article demonstrates how we can use a Flyway placeholder as a simple on/off switch for each task, during Flyway migrations.