In the world of database management, regular backups are crucial to safeguard against data loss or corruption. This article provides a step-by-step guide on how to set up daily SQL Server backups on a Windows system.
In today's data-driven world, having the right tools can make all the difference for small businesses seeking to gain a competitive edge. This was certainly the case for a small data analytics company that struggled to keep up with larger competitors until they implemented SQL Tools.
Modern databases must keep up with dynamic business demands, and the most important requirement is to ensure regular database updating that will preserve all the data. To achieve it, we apply either a state-based or migration-based approach.
Surrogate keys let software developers identify records uniquely in cases where it is impossible to use natural keys. However, what exactly is a surrogate key in SQL? What advantages and disadvantages does it bring? And, finally, how should you apply it? This article is going to explore all these questions.
Is data visualization important? Yes, visual is easier to comprehend than verbal, and graphical data presentation helps us grasp the necessary information easier and dive deeper to make the right decision.
The article will overview the TRUNCATE TABLE statement in SQL on particular examples and describe the differences between the TRUNCATE, DELETE, and DROP statements.
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