Why AI-driven workflows are important (and how to implement them)
AI-driven workflow automation and orchestration enable faster decisions, greater efficiency, and scalable operations. By combining automation with […]
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[Video] How to Tune Indexes Fast
In this 76-minute session, I’ll show you how to use the latest features of sp_BlitzIndex to rapidly improve […]
I Hate The Way You’re Using “It Depends.”
Can I be honest with you for a second? It makes my skin crawl when I hear database […]
Demystifying PIVOT and UNPIVOT in T-SQL
There are few operators in T-SQL that cause developers to scramble for documentation more than PIVOT and […]
Announcing the SSMS StatisticsParser Extension
If you do a lot of query tuning, you’ve probably come across Richie Rump’s StatisticsParser.com. Now, it’s even […]
4 CVEs are affecting Valkey databases. Here’s everything you need ...
There’s now another reason an immediate patch is needed for organizations running Valkey clusters, according to Percona […]
How tampered indexed-view metadata can break cross-database isolation in SQL ...
Indexed view tampering in SQL Server backups can expose cross-database data after restore. In this article, you’ll […]
In 2026, engineering teams are quietly accepting more risk. Here’s ...
Redgate’s 2026 State of the Database Landscape report reveals that people are increasingly willing to accept more […]
PostgreSQL is removing MD5 authentication for passwords. Here’s what it ...
Upcoming versions of PostgreSQL will be phasing out the MD5 hashing method within the authentication infrastructure of […]
[Video] Office Hours in Port
Our cruise ship pulled into port in Victoria, Canada, so before we head out to the Butchart Gardens, […]
Turns Out DBAs Use the Consultant Toolkit, Too
When I first hired Richie over a decade ago, the very first task I assigned him was to […]
How to build a privacy-aware analytics layer with SQL (4 ...
Privacy-aware analytics is the practice of generating insights without exposing PII, helping you stay compliant with laws […]
New Official Documentation on Forced Parameterization
I love me some documentation. For years, I’ve pointed folks to the SQL Server 2008 documentation on Forced […]
Why database ownership is so fragmented in 2026 – and ...
In today’s cloud-driven, multi-platform environments, answering the simple question – who owns that database? – is no […]
It’s Our Anniversary! Let’s Have a Sale!
Way back in May 2002, I posted my first blog post here. I didn’t know what it would […]
How DataOps principles help to reduce GenAI risk and improve ...
John Kerski explains how DataOps principles improve trust, quality, and governance when using GenAI in data solutions. […]
“We want to archive, but we still want to query ...
At least once a month, I get this question from a client: We have big data, and we […]
Why COALESCE might be the most useful SQL function you’re ...
In SQL, handling missing or NULL values is essential for reliable data analysis and application logic. The […]
Free SQL Server Spring Training on Performance Tuning
Times and tech are changing quickly. Let’s get you up to speed on the latest developments to do […]
Who’s Hiring Database People? May 2026 Edition
Is your company hiring for a database position as of May 2026? Do you wanna work with the […]
What are managed identities in SQL Server 2025? A complete ...
Learn how managed identities in SQL Server 2025 enhance security by eliminating passwords and enabling seamless Microsoft […]
Alias DNS vs fichier host vs Alias Client
Quand se pose la question de la migration d’un serveur SQL, se pose inévitablement la question des chaines […]
Free Webcast: Fixing Parameter Sniffing with Index Tuning
When a query is sometimes fast and sometimes slow, there are a lot of ways you can reduce […]
What is chunking, and how does it apply to vectors ...
In this article, Greg Low explains what chunking is, why it matters for embeddings, and how SQL […]