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Microsoft absolutely does their best to make you pay for all while still owning nothing. That's the point of PAYG licensing.

Not saying you should never do PAYG, but don't blindly agree to it either.

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https://buff.ly/48gHxFY Learn how to build more #secure #applications using the advanced #security features in #SQLServer, including Row Level Security, Always Encrypted, and more.

…because 4 September 1752 didn’t exist. We skipped from 2 to 14 Sep overnight, Julian to Gregorian. Which might well explain why someone at Sybase looked at that whole mess and decided to draw their line above it. #sqlserver

For those wondering what the "Expand and Contract" pattern looks like:

Advocating for Uptime: The 6 Phases of Change
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Blog alert!

This time on experiences at the SqlCon/FabCon event in Barcelona.

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How to Query Data the Professional Way in SQL Server: A Performance-First Guide for Beginners #sqlserver

Data API builder 2.1.5: JSON and Vector Data Type Support, and More

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SQL Server abused as command & exfil channel; exposed creds & tools online. #SQLServer #DataExfiltration #Cybersecurity #CredentialTheft #ThreatIntel #DatabaseSecurity thedailytechfeed.com/attackers-us...

https://buff.ly/496Dahn Server #emergencies always seem to happen at 3 a.m. Getting assistance at 3 can be tricky unless you have DCAC's Emergency Response package. Our ER package provides methods to contact the DCAC team anytime to get help with emergencies. #sqlserver

https://buff.ly/498fRnA #database-driven applications using #SQLserver need to #scale to succeed. In this class, you'll learn the techniques to scale your SQL applications to grow with your user base. #rdbms #CloudComputing #Azure

LogCarver: recuperá filas eliminadas en SQL Server sin CDC

Aprendé a recuperar filas eliminadas SQL Server sin activar CDC ni auditoría, con un método real y simple. Descubrí cómo hacerlo ahora mismo.

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Database Migration Service (DMS) doesn't migrate SQL Server logins to Cloud SQL. Learn why it's intentional for security and compliance reasons, and how to bridge this gap using standard SQL Server tools. 🔒💻 #CloudMigration #SQLServer #Security

I'm working on a new layout for the Historical Heatmap. The current version and what will appear in version 0.3 of #SQLJobCommander are shown below. The revamped layout moves the bar chart, preventing everything from being too squished when the details of an interval are shown.

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🔁 What Is a Cursor in SQL? Syntax, Examples, and SQL Server Usage

Row-by-row processing, the 5-step lifecycle, and when a JOIN or CTE would just be faster.

📖 Read the guide: cutt.ly/Nykoj0DN

⚡ Try #dbForgeStudio for SQL Server: cutt.ly/hykoky6E

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Recently updated:
hashcat is currently the only viable tool for auditing SQL Server 2025 login passwords.

#PBKDF2 slows down brute-force attacks both inside and outside of SQL Server compared to the pre-2025 hashing algorithm.
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⏳The countdown continues—just 4 days left until Boston Data and AI Saturday on October 3, 2026! 🚀

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MSSQL Extension for VS Code: New Getting Started Page, Agent skills, SQL Formatter, and more

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