Hardwood, the project Gunnar Morling kick-started handling of Parquet files in Java, reached version 1. Its multi-threaded approach and zero mandatory external dependencies promise a simpler, more ...

It’s time to switch to a new development tool for SQL Server and Azure SQL. Here’s how to get started with the MSSQL extension for Visual Studio Code. Microsoft recently ended support for Azure Data ...

Parquet flooring has had a complicated reputation. For decades, it was the hallmark of a certain kind of 1970s living room. Think: geometric, a little groovy, very much of its moment. Then came the ...

Azure database savings plans cut cloud costs across SQL, PostgreSQL, MySQL and Cosmos DB. Unlike reservations, Azure savings plans offer cross-region, cross-service flexibility with simpler pricing.

This week, we are excited to kick off SQLCon 2026 alongside FabCon in Atlanta. Bringing these SQL and Fabric communities together creates a unique opportunity to learn, connect, and share what’s next ...

Abstract: This paper presents a comprehensive four-phase methodology for migrating on-premise databases to Azure SQL, addressing critical challenges in compatibility, data integrity, and performance ...

Our floors are subject to more wear and tear than anything else in our homes (moving furniture, dropping objects—we could go on). Cleaning parquet flooring—a type of wooden floor made of small wood ...

In this digital age, organizing and managing data efficiently is crucial. Whether you are keeping records on people, products, livestock, and/or fields, managing projects, or planning events, having a ...

SQL Server backups cannot be restored to older versions directly. Use Export and Import Data-Tier Application for cross-version database migration. Reconfigure permissions, logins, and connection ...

This guide shows how to connect Azure Cosmos DB for NoSQL in DBeaver. Before you can start managing your database, it's essential to establish a connection in DBeaver. This involves selecting the ...