Three SQL Server MVPs (Jonathan Kehayias, Ted Krueger and Gail Shaw) provide fascinating insight into the most common SQL Server problems, why they occur, and how they can be diagnosed using tools such as Performance Monitor, Dynamic Management Views and server-side tracing. The focus is on practical solutions for removing root causes of these problems, rather than "papering over the cracks".
2020-11-04 (first published: 2013-08-07)
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When a SQL Server database is operating smoothly and performing well, there is no need to be particularly aware of the transaction log, beyond ensuring that every database has an appropriate backup regime and restore plan in place. When things go wrong, however, a DBA's reputation depends on a deeper understanding of the transaction log, both what it does, and how it works.
2020-10-28 (first published: 2013-08-14)
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Now in it’s 4th year, the State of Database DevOps report continues to deliver valuable insights. In the report, you will learn multiple tactics to improve the quality of database code deployment, whether it is by changing the type of environment used for development, enhancing your code review practices, or your change management/approval practices.
2020-02-28 (first published: 2020-02-10)
PASS Summit is the must-attend conference for Microsoft data professionals; delivering 3 full days of technical training on data architecture, management, and analytics. Get the skills you need with in-depth sessions created and led by industry experts. Network and problem-solve with peers and Microsoft engineers, and get ahead of the curve with spotlight sessions on today’s hot topics. Join Redgate and the PASS community in Houston on November 10 - 13 to future-proof your data career.
2020-02-21 (first published: 2020-01-28)
Join Redgate’s Arneh Eskandari and BMW’s Tony Maddonna for a free webinar on Nov 20: How to make your 2020 monitoring strategy a success. Learn how to prepare for successful estate growth, expected trends for the year, and the role monitoring plays in engabling growth and stability in your organization.
2019-11-18 (first published: 2019-11-08)
Whether you are a long time Redgate customer or have recently made a purchase you can find helpful and easy to follow video courses on Redgate University. With the brand-new look and the recently added courses you will soon be getting the most from your Redgate tools.
2019-09-26 (first published: 2019-09-10)