Why SQL Server Database Project? While there are numerous tools in the market for comparing databases, many of them come with a hefty price tag. However, this guide focuses on the SQL Server Database ...

Learn how to use common tools and methods to test and validate snowflake schema in SQL Server for data quality, integrity, performance, and optimization.

Generates a schema-only, read-only copy of a database using DBCC CLONEDATABASE to investigate performance issues related to the query optimizer. Learn more.

We are excited to announce the release of SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) 17.3! Download SSMS 17.3 and review the Release Notes to get started. SSMS 17.3 provides support for almost all feature ...

Heterogeneous database management system from Quest Software supports dozens of relational, NoSQL, and data warehouse sources, both on-prem and cloud-based.

This SQL script provides a detailed view of index allocation, filegroup usage, and physical storage for user tables in any SQL Server database. It's a valuable tool for DBAs and data engineers aiming ...

Jason Zander, general manager of the Visual Studio Developer Division at Microsoft, tells 5 Minute Briefing that "the same process that has been in place for Microsoft SQL Server can now also be ...