DBCC CheckTable, Spatial Indexes and incorrect compatibility mode…..
Just a very quick blog today regarding an issue that has arisen with one of my clients. During Integration it...
2012-11-19
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Chris's SQL Blog
Developing Microsoft SQL Server 2012 Databases (70-464) – My Thoughts
I finally pulled my finger out and took the last exam of the MCSE SQL Server 2012 – Data Platform certification...
2012-10-30
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Implementing a Data Warehouse with Microsoft SQL Server 2012 exam (70-463) – My Thoughts
Well I finally got around to completing the MCSA aspect of the SQL Server 2012 Certification and I’m pleased to...
2012-09-13
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SSIS SCD vs MERGE Statement – Performance Comparison
I wouldn’t class myself as an expert in SSIS but I certainly know my way around but came across something...
2012-07-03
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It’s that time of year…..Exceptional DBA Awards 2012
Being a 2011 finalist I felt I should try and rally all those who truly are exceptional to get their...
2012-06-25
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And the results are in…..SQL Server 2012 beta exams
Well after being a bit late in trying to book the beta exams I managed to get three of the...
2012-06-25
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Querying Microsoft SQL Server 2012 Beta exam (70-461 / 71-461) – My Thoughts
Well I’ve now done the final SQL Server 2012 exam I managed to get a slot booked for. The Querying...
2012-04-13
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Designing Database Solutions for Microsoft SQL Server 2012 Beta exam (70-465 / 71-465) – My Thoughts
After sitting the Administering Microsoft SQL Server 2012 Databases Beta exam (71-462) on Monday, I was still a little disappointed...
2012-04-06
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Administering Microsoft SQL Server 2012 Databases Beta (70-462 / 71-462) – My Thoughts…
On Monday I did my first Microsoft SQL Server exam since I did my SQL Server 2000 exams many moons...
2012-04-04
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How to output from invoke-sqlcmd to Powershell variable
Sorry for another Powershell post but I’ve been doing a lot of it recently and coming up with (what i...
2012-02-03
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Timeout Error while executing a TSQL statement in Sql server Express Edition
I am getting the below error when I execute a SQL command in SQL...
Timeout Error while executing a TSQL statement in Sql server Express Edition
I am getting the below error when I execute a SQL command in SQL...
Sql script replace and rearrange numbers
Hi everyone. I have this table and this information. (left side of the image)...