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AlwaysON: Building a Resilient Infrastructure

Aman Raiyyani — Fri, 01 Sep 2023 16:47:29 +0000

Introduction In today’s digital age, data is the lifeblood of businesses. The reliance on databases and the need for uninterrupted access to critical information have never been more critical. Enter “AlwaysON,” a game-changing feature in SQL Server that empowers businesses to build a resilient infrastructure. In this article, we will delve into the world of […]

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Db Startup: Navigating the Labyrinth: When Your Availability Group Takes Longer Than Expected

Aman Raiyyani — Thu, 15 Jun 2023 18:29:25 +0000

Have you ever experienced a situation where your availability group takes longer to transition than what you had planned? This can be a frustrating scenario. In this article, we will explore the reasons behind this issue and provide you with practical strategies to overcome it. Get ready to dive into the details and uncover the […]

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How to change the data type of a column in a table

Aman Raiyyani — Thu, 10 Nov 2022 05:52:10 +0000

To modify the data type of a column: Please note: Whenever making a change to a table structure there is a chance that change may result in data corruption if not done correctly, which is why it is would advisable to take a backup/copy of the table on which you intend to make the change. […]

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Difference between the database management system and SQL

Aman Raiyyani — Thu, 13 Oct 2022 06:10:56 +0000

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What is XP_DIRTREE? What are the alternatives to XP_Dirtree

Aman Raiyyani — Fri, 15 Jul 2022 01:32:39 +0000

This extended and undocumented stored procedure can be used to list all folders and subfolders (recursively) from a given directory. XP_DIRTREE has three parameters:  Directory – This is the directory you pass when you call the stored procedure; for example, ‘D:\Backup_Files’. Depth – This tells the stored procedure how many subfolder levels to display.  The default […]

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