Using the TSQL Output Clause The SQL Server Output Clause is a powerful feature for retrieving data from INSERT, UPDATE, or DELETE statements. This class will show you how to leverage the Output Clause for auditing, tracking changes, and creating an undo mechanism. An often overlooked feature, it can significantly enhance your ability to write effective queries. Watch Steve Stedman’s …
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DBCC DROPCLEANBUFFERS is a DBCC command in Microsoft SQL Server that can be used to remove clean buffers from the buffer pool, which is a region of memory used by the database engine to store data pages read from disk. Removing clean buffers from the buffer pool can be useful for testing the performance of a query or for simulating …
CLR (Common Language Runtime) is a feature of SQL Server that allows you to create and run managed code within the database engine. Enabling CLR on SQL Server allows you to create stored procedures, triggers, and functions using languages such as C# and VB.NET. While CLR can be a useful feature, it can also be a security risk if not …
A short video where I describe the managed services offering that we have at Stedman Solutions to support SQL Servers. We can help with 1 SQL Server, 50 SQL servers, or more with our managed services offering. In an age where data is the new gold, managing this treasure trove efficiently is paramount to a business’s success. A robust data …
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The integrity of a Microsoft SQL Server database can be severely undermined by corruption, leading to data inaccessibility and potential operational disasters. Steve Stedman’s comprehensive approach to identifying and rectifying such corruption is often considered an essential tool in the SQL Server administrator’s kit, underlining its significance in maintaining database health. Transcribed from a presentation on Database Corruption by Steve …
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Sometimes we all need a little help without a long term commitment. That why we created our SQL Server Mentoring service at Stedman Solutions. SQL Server Mentoring is a training / consulting option for those who just need a little help or direction. This is a cost-effective approach for those who need just a little help. Some call it coaching, …
Free Ransomware Awareness Class – Essential Protection for Your Business | Stedman Solutions Join Steve Stedman from Stedman Solutions, LLC, as he introduces our FREE Ransomware Awareness Class, designed to protect your business from the devastating effects of ransomware attacks. Learn why ransomware is one of the most serious threats to your organization’s data security and discover practical steps to …
Master SQL Server Join Types with Steve Stedman! Join SQL Server expert Steve Stedman as he dives into the essential topic of SQL Server join types. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to sharpen your skills, this short video covers the fundamentals of INNER JOIN, LEFT JOIN, RIGHT JOIN, FULL OUTER JOIN, and CROSS JOIN. Watch Steve Stedman’s video to …
Aggregating Data in Your SQL Server Are you ready to take your SQL skills to the next level? Our Aggregating Data in Your SQL Server course offers a comprehensive guide to mastering aggregation, grouping, and windowing functions in SQL Server queries. In This Course This detailed course covers everything from basic aggregation to advanced windowing functions using the OVER clause. …