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Understanding Schema Optimization in MySQL 11/11/2019

Optimizing Schemas for your data can involve trade-offs. Delve into the intricacies of schema optimization and how to achieve them in MySQL.

Using Five Types of JOIN in MySQL 10/21/2019

Learn how to use the different types of joins available in a MySQL database.

Planning for SAP HANA Deployments in Public Cloud Environments 10/07/2019

Learn about the factors that should be taken into account if you are considering hosting SAP HANA in a public cloud. Read on...

Database Tools and Extensions for Visual Studio 2019 09/23/2019

In this article, you will explore tools and extensions that can be used with Visual Studio 2019 to improve your database experience irrespective of what database you use.

Polling and Survey Data Transparency 07/01/2019

Polls and surveys are increasing in use. If you are a DBA, developer, or data scientist, then it is good to understand how to structure your systems for transparency and proper use.

Ten SQL Commands You Should Be Using 06/03/2019

Most developers, regardless of their skill level would know the commands for the basic CRUD (Create, Read , Update, Delete) operations in SQL These include the Create, Update, Insert, and Delete commands. From this article you will be presented with ten other SQL commands that you really should be using, that you might not be as familiar with. Read on...

Database Development in an Open Source World 05/30/2019

Open source database tools are found in many categories, including engine, modeling, script management, metadata, interactive query, semantic layer development, governance and more. Data development in a pure open source environment is possible.

MySQL 8 Security Tips 04/29/2019

If data security is not a top priority at your organization, it's time to make it one. It's up to you to protect both your customers' sensitive data and your reputation.  Learn some tips and tricks for securing your MySQL or MariaDB databases!

Top 10 Database Diagram Tools for MySQL 04/02/2019

Designing the database schema is one of the very first and most important steps in building a new database. Here is a list of 10 free and commercial tools that you can use to design your MySQL databases.

Creating CRUD Stored Procedures in SQL 03/13/2019

Back to the basics: learn how to Create, Read, Update and Delete operations are pivotal for any database application. Plus, you’ll see how to use Stored Procedures to manipulate data on the database side instead of on the application side.

Working with AUTO_INCREMENT Columns in MySQL 02/25/2019

Learn how to use AUTO_INCREMENT columns in MySQL, as well as explore a few unusual use cases.

Top 10 Databases for 2019 01/31/2019

A look at ten top databases fighting for mind-share in 2019.

Generate Dynamic MySQL Multi-row INSERT Statements 01/21/2019

Discover how to generate a multiple-row insert statement dynamically using the programming language of your choice.

Optimize MySQL Inserts Using Batch Processing 12/20/2018

It's become a challenge to whittle down the speed of database transactions to the real-time requirements of modern applications. Rob Gravelle presents suggestions for achieving better INSERT speeds.

Introduction to Azure SQL Database Hyperscale 12/10/2018

Since its inception, Azure SQL Database offering has been evolving in order to accommodate a wide range of needs of its customers. This has resulted in two separate deployment models and pricing models, each with distinct tiers of service, representing unique performance and functionality characteristics. Azure SQL Database Hyperscale is the latest manifestation of this trend, targeting scenarios where the storage requirements exceed the current database size limit of 4 TB. In this article, you will learn about its architecture and primary benefits.