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Creating SQL Server Login From A Domain Account To Access OS Files

Sat, 15 Nov 2008 07:36:18 GMT

I was having a problem accessing a folder via an extended procedure. The extended procedure accepts a DirectoryInfo variable (File Path) and it returns the File Size and File Count within the folder (much like right-clicking a folder and choosing the "Properties" from the context menu). I need the info to monitor the file size of specific folders for a SSRS report.

Today's Link: The Evolution of the SQL Server DBA

Tue, 11 Nov 2008 17:35:03 GMT

This is a cool whitepaper (sponsored by Quest Software) that maps out what to expect in the future in the DBA field.

How To: Finding Index Usage Stats With DMV

Sun, 09 Nov 2008 11:19:25 GMT

DBA's use index to optimize the performance of their databases. They either create or drop indexes according to the current needs of their system. Using the Dynamic Management Views (DMV) and the other related catalog views, DBA's are able to analyze the statistics for indexes.

How To: Moving Data Files

Thu, 06 Nov 2008 07:14:55 GMT

In this post let's move a data file from its default location to another location. I have created a database I called "Test" for the demo. First let's just check where the data file is currently stored:

stackoverflow downtime?

Sat, 01 Nov 2008 22:35:35 GMT

What is the cause of the stackoverflow.com downtime last October 31, 2008?

SQL Server 2005 SP3 CTP Announced!

Sat, 01 Nov 2008 19:54:19 GMT

So finally the clamor (I'm exaggerating) for SQL Server 2005 SP3 is finally heard! Four days ago SQL Server 2005 SP3 CTP has been announced. An earlier announcement gave us a heads up.

Summarize Aggregated Data Using Pivot in TSQL

Thu, 30 Oct 2008 05:10:43 GMT

This question posted on StackOverflow.com caught my attention. This is a common data requirement specially in Data Analysis. It goes like this:

SQLServerPedia - The Best Community Owned SQL Server Training Resource

Tue, 28 Oct 2008 03:25:38 GMT

Now, for the very first time ever, a reliable and authoritative SQL Server Training Resource has come to life. This is some serious stuff. A heaven-sent goodness to the SQL Server Community!

"Cannot load the DLL" Error In SQL Server 2005

Sat, 25 Oct 2008 07:18:40 GMT

Sometimes we need to install a dynamic link library to take advantage of extended stored procedure in SQL Server. So you have installed it through the Extended Stored Procedure GUI. You double checked that the dll exists in the MSSQL\Binn directory. But then when you tried to execute the procedure you received this Error: Cannot load the DLL C:\Microsoft SQL Server\MSSQL\Binn\dllname.dll, or one of the DLLs it references.

Querying the Object Catalog and Information Schema Views

Fri, 24 Oct 2008 07:36:43 GMT

Okay, these are at least the two ways you can query the Metadata in SQL Server (TSQL). The first one is like what I've already shown here, which has the following TSQL cod

Find All Primary Keys and The Tables They Are Associated With

Fri, 24 Oct 2008 06:51:18 GMT

I previously posted about finding user table basic information. In this post, let us use a handy TSQL to find all the Primary Key Constraints and the tables they are associated with.

Tips, Tricks, and Hidden Gems In SQL Server 2005/2008

Thu, 23 Oct 2008 17:41:05 GMT

Browsing stackoverflow for SQL Server tags has now become a habit that I do on my free time. For some reason I missed this interesting post about Hidden Features in SQL Server.

The "ALL" Parameter In SQL Server Reporting Services 2005

Sun, 19 Oct 2008 01:14:11 GMT

One of the most common business requirements for SQL Server Reporting Services is that an SSRS Report should be dynamic. Dynamic in a sense that the report consumer can query the report in a variety of ways. In this post, I will demonstrate how you can add a parameter value "ALL" to return all of the desired result.

TSQL Quick Tip: Return Host Name

Fri, 03 Oct 2008 05:49:02 GMT

You want to know the Host name of your SQL Server? Here's how to do it:

My MVC Starter Template

Tue, 07 Oct 2008 15:31:05 GMT

I've been toying around with reorganizing the default MVC template and thought I would share it with people. I like the way it's come together.

THE FIRST LOS ANGELES CODE CAMP!

Tue, 30 Sep 2008 00:30:59 GMT

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Fri, 26 Sep 2008 02:38:27 GMT

Brad's Sure Guide to SQL Server 2008: The Top 10 New Feature for DBAs This is a Free eBook from Redgate! Grab it now!

Free eBook Offer From Microsoft: Introducing SQL Server 2008!!!

Wed, 17 Sep 2008 09:42:46 GMT

"Peter DeBetta, the principal author of this book, welcomes readers to the soon-to-be-released SQL Server 2008. An MVP for SQL Server and a holder of many other credentials and longstanding SQL Server experience, DeBetta (with his coauthors) offers in this electronic beta book a discerning view of the new version of SQL Server."

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Sat, 13 Sep 2008 22:08:14 GMT

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How To: Set Your Oracle 10g Database to ARCHIVELOG Mode

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 20:30:59 GMT

Here's a newbie quickpost: Put your Oracle 10g Database in ARCHIVELOG Mode:

Dissecting Execution Plans in SQL Server: A Primer

Fri, 08 Aug 2008 19:57:05 GMT

Have you ever wished you have a compact source or reference that will help you understand the Execution Plans in SQL Server better? Are you a junior DBA that is lost in trying to understand why your queries are very slow to execute? The master DBA told you "hey, check your indexes"; but then you do not know where to start.

SQL SERVER 2008 RTM RELEASED (Finally)!

Thu, 07 Aug 2008 16:37:44 GMT

"SQL Server is a comprehensive data platform that is secure, reliable, and scalable for your mission critical applications, while providing rich services for any data type."

Frequently Used Catalog Views In SQL Server 2005

Thu, 07 Aug 2008 16:36:02 GMT

Where else to look when no documentation is being provided when faced with becoming an accidental DBA? Catalog Views! For one thing, just by using these views, you can find all the user tables, their columns, data types and data sizes.

How To: Create Dynamic File System Directory in TSQL

Sat, 12 Jul 2008 10:50:44 GMT

I have created a Backup Script to backup all the databases in our SQL Server 2005. I want to keep old backups for sometime for some reason; so I want to create subdirectory with the run date as the name of the folder to separate the set of backups by date.

How To: Rename SQL Server 2005 Database Using TSQL

Thu, 10 Jul 2008 08:19:56 GMT

For some reasons, DBA's need to rename their Databases. One of the reasons might be to comply to Best Practices Policy changes. Here we are going to rename our Database named "Bad_Ass_DB" into "Best_Practice_DB". This is how Database renaming with TSQL is done in SQL Server 2005....