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Working with Dates and Times in SQL Server

When working with dates and times in SQL Server, it’s essential to understand the different formats … Working with Dates and Times in SQL ServerRead more

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Formatting Dates in SQL Server: Converting to YYYY-MM-DD Format

Introduction Working with dates is a fundamental aspect of database management, and often requires presenting data … Formatting Dates in SQL Server: Converting to YYYY-MM-DD FormatRead more

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Transforming Rows to Columns in SQL Server

Transforming Rows to Columns in SQL Server Sometimes, data is stored in a format that isn’t … Transforming Rows to Columns in SQL ServerRead more

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Understanding SQL Server Query Performance: LIKE vs. CONTAINS

When working with large datasets in SQL Server, performance is a critical consideration when writing queries. … Understanding SQL Server Query Performance: LIKE vs. CONTAINSRead more

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Inserting Line Breaks in SQL Server Strings: A Practical Guide

Introduction When working with strings in SQL Server, particularly within VARCHAR or NVARCHAR data types, you … Inserting Line Breaks in SQL Server Strings: A Practical GuideRead more

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Managing SQL Server Transaction Logs

SQL Server transaction logs are a crucial component of database management, as they provide a record … Managing SQL Server Transaction LogsRead more

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Renaming Columns in SQL Server

SQL Server provides a mechanism to rename columns within a table, allowing you to modify your … Renaming Columns in SQL ServerRead more

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Monitoring SQL Server Connections

Monitoring SQL Server connections is essential for understanding database activity, identifying performance bottlenecks, and ensuring security. … Monitoring SQL Server ConnectionsRead more

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Modifying Column Nullability in SQL Server

Understanding Column Nullability In relational databases, a column’s nullability defines whether the column can store a … Modifying Column Nullability in SQL ServerRead more

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Understanding Character Data Types: VARCHAR vs. NVARCHAR

Understanding Character Data Types: VARCHAR vs. NVARCHAR When designing a database schema, choosing the correct data … Understanding Character Data Types: VARCHAR vs. NVARCHARRead more

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