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• SQL Server Functions in .NET Core (with EF Core)Nov 18, 2025. Leverage SQL Server functions in .NET Core with EF Core! Explore system functions, UDFs, and EF Core helpers for efficient data manipulation and query optimization.
• Stop Struggling! Convert JSON or XML to C# Classes Instantly in Visual StudioNov 19, 2025. Stop manually creating C# classes from JSON/XML! Visual Studio's 'Paste Special' feature instantly generates them. Save time, avoid errors, and boost productivity!
• Microsoft Fabric Brings an AI-Powered Unified Data Estate for All DatabasesNov 19, 2025. Microsoft Fabric unifies data with AI, simplifying architecture and accelerating insights. SQL Server 2025, Azure DocumentDB, and HorizonDB enhance AI readiness.
• Designing a Job That Auto-Fixes Data Mismatches (Stock, Quantity, Totals)Nov 17, 2025. Automate data integrity! This guide details building a .NET & SQL job to detect and auto-fix stock mismatches (quantity, on-hand, totals) in inventory systems. Ensure data accuracy!
• Implementing a Dynamic Cron Job Scheduler (UI + Backend)Nov 17, 2025. Build a dynamic cron job scheduler with a web UI! Create, edit, enable, disable, and view job history. Uses Quartz.NET and SQL Server for persistence.
• Writing a Dynamic Pivot Grid Stored Procedure for Reports in SQL ServerNov 17, 2025. Create a reusable SQL Server stored procedure for dynamic pivot reports. Handle dynamic columns, values, and groupings for flexible reporting solutions. Ideal for dashboards.
• Designing a Data Versioning System — store history of every record (SQL Server + .NET)Nov 17, 2025. Implement data versioning in SQL Server and .NET to track record changes. Essential for audit, compliance, and features like time travel and record revert.
• Building a Custom Merge Replication for Selected Tables Only (SQL Server + .NET)Nov 17, 2025. Build a custom merge replication system in SQL Server with .NET for selective table syncing, conflict resolution, and incremental updates. Control, version, and monitor your data!
• Implementing Change Data Capture (CDC) and Syncing Two Databases (SQL Server + .NET)Nov 17, 2025. Implement real-time data synchronization between SQL Server databases using Change Data Capture (CDC) and .NET. Includes code, architecture, and best practices.
• Building Your Own ETL Pipeline Using SQL Server and .NET Background WorkerNov 18, 2025. Build a lightweight ETL pipeline using SQL Server and .NET Background Worker! Extract, transform, and load data efficiently without heavy tools. Perfect for small to mid-sized teams.
• Creating a SQL-Based Notification System (Trigger + Queue Table)Nov 18, 2025. Build a robust SQL notification system using triggers and a queue table. Centralize data event tracking, enabling real-time alerts and asynchronous workflows. Includes practical scripts and architecture.
• Multi-File Upload with Chunking and Resume — Practical Guide (Angular + ASP.NET Core + SQL Server)Nov 17, 2025. Implement robust multi-file uploads with chunking and resume using Angular, ASP.NET Core, and SQL Server. Handle interruptions, ensure data integrity, and scale efficiently.
• Performance Tuning Case Study: Optimizing 10 Slow SQL Server Queries Step-by-StepNov 17, 2025. Boost SQL Server performance! This case study provides 10 step-by-step solutions to common slow query problems, complete with root causes and optimized code.
• 🔐 API Security Explained: Rate Limiting, CORS, SQL Injection, CSRF, XSS & MoreNov 18, 2025. Protect your APIs! Learn essential security: rate limiting, CORS, SQL injection prevention, CSRF, XSS, firewalls, and VPNs. Secure your apps and data now!
• Building an API Activity Log Table (Who Accessed What, When, and What Changed)Nov 17, 2025. Build a complete API activity logging system in ASP.NET Core with SQL Server and Angular. Track API access, data changes, and ensure audit compliance.
• Implementing Row-Level Security (RLS) for Multi-Tenant Data (SQL Server + ASP.NET Core)Nov 17, 2025. Secure multi-tenant apps with SQL Server Row-Level Security (RLS). Implement robust tenant isolation using EF Core, session context, and security policies.
• AI-Based Anomaly Detection in SQL Server and Application LogsNov 14, 2025. Detect SQL Server & app anomalies with AI! Build a robust pipeline using ML & LLMs for proactive issue detection, improved performance & enhanced security.
• 📌SQL Server String Functions — SUBSTRING, CHARINDEX, LEN, and REPLICATE (With Real Examples)Nov 14, 2025. Master SQL Server string manipulation! Learn SUBSTRING, CHARINDEX, LEN, and REPLICATE with a practical email masking example. Enhance data security and readability.
• Efficient Data Partitioning in SQL Server: A Practical Guide for Tables with Millions of RecordsNov 15, 2025. Master SQL Server data partitioning! This guide provides a step-by-step approach to efficiently manage large tables, boost query speed, and simplify maintenance.
• Building Cost-Optimized Cloud Architectures for SMEsNov 14, 2025. Unlock cloud cost savings for SMEs! Learn to build budget-friendly Azure & AWS architectures using .NET, Angular, and SQL Server. Optimize resources and scale efficiently.
• AI-Powered Recommendation Systems for E-Commerce PlatformsNov 14, 2025. Boost e-commerce sales with AI-powered recommendations! Learn to build a scalable system using Angular, .NET, and SQL Server. Personalize shopping experiences.
• Data Synchronization Between Cloud and On-Prem SQL DatabasesNov 12, 2025. Synchronize on-prem SQL with cloud databases (Azure SQL, RDS). Explore strategies: SQL Replication, Azure Data Sync, custom APIs. Ensure data consistency!
• Using AI to Suggest Database Indexing Strategies in SQL Server: Intelligent Optimization for High-Performance ApplicationsNov 11, 2025. Optimize SQL Server with AI! Automate database indexing, reduce query latency, and ensure peak performance. Learn to build intelligent, self-learning systems.
• Intelligent Enterprise Search: Building AI-Powered Search Using OpenAI Embeddings and SQL ServerNov 10, 2025. Build an intelligent search engine using OpenAI embeddings, .NET 8, and SQL Server. Enhance search with semantic understanding for relevant results.
• 🧯 Diagnosing “Cannot Initialize Data Source Object” Errors in SQL ServerNov 08, 2025. Struggling with the "Cannot initialize data source object" error in SQL Server? This comprehensive guide provides step-by-step troubleshooting for common scenarios involving Linked Servers, OPENQUERY, and OPENROWSET. Learn to diagnose and fix issues related to file permissions, OLE DB providers, 32/64-bit compatibility, connection strings, and more.
• 📊 Building a Centralized Reporting Database Using Linked Servers in SQL ServerNov 08, 2025. Centralize SQL Server reporting! Learn to build a reporting database using Linked Servers. Query across servers, unify data, and simplify analytics in real-time.
• 🧩 Integrating SQL Server with Excel and Access Databases: A Complete Step-by-Step GuideNov 08, 2025. Connect SQL Server with Excel & Access for seamless data workflows! Learn to import/export, query directly, and create linked servers. Boost reporting & automation.
• Data Versioning and Auditing in SQL Server with Temporal TablesNov 05, 2025. SQL Server Temporal Tables offer built-in data versioning and auditing, simplifying history tracking and compliance. Restore data, query past states easily!
• Passing Backend Data to JavaScript in ASP.NET WebForms: Session, ViewState & SQL ExamplesNov 06, 2025. Learn effective techniques to transfer backend data (Session, ViewState, SQL data) to your frontend in ASP.NET WebForms. Enhance your web app's interactivity!
• Using JSON and XML Data Efficiently in SQL Server for APIsNov 05, 2025. Leverage SQL Server's JSON & XML capabilities for efficient APIs. Parse data, return responses directly from SQL, boosting performance & simplifying integration.
• LLMs + SQL: From Natural Language to Safe, Auditable QueriesNov 05, 2025. Safely use LLMs with SQL for self-serve analytics. Learn a production-ready architecture with validation, compilation, and auditing for reliable data access.
• Securing SQL Server: Best Practices, Threat Detection, Encryption & Access ControlsNov 04, 2025. Protect your SQL Server! Master security best practices: threat detection, encryption, & access control. Safeguard data from breaches and compliance issues.
• Design Patterns for High Availability and Disaster Recovery in SQL ServerNov 05, 2025. Explore SQL Server high availability (HA) and disaster recovery (DR) design patterns: Always On, Failover Clusters, Log Shipping, and Geo-Replication. Ensure business continuity!
• Migrating from SQL Server 2016/2019 to SQL Server 2025 or Azure SQL: A Complete Developer’s GuideNov 04, 2025. Upgrade SQL Server 2016/2019 to 2025 or Azure SQL! This guide covers migration steps, tools, and best practices for a smooth, secure transition. Unlock AI power!
• Quantum & Beyond: What “Future” Tech Today Means for Web Developers and Enterprise AppsNov 03, 2025. Explore quantum computing, AI, and next-gen web tech's impact on Angular, ASP.NET Core, and SQL Server. Prepare for the future of enterprise app development!
• SQL Injection — what it is, how it works, and how to stop it (with examples)Nov 04, 2025. SQL Injection (SQLi) explained: Understand how attackers exploit vulnerable SQL queries to steal or modify data. Learn practical defenses with code examples and best practices.
• Live Dashboard: Angular Signals + ASP.NET Core SignalR + SQL Server Change TrackingNov 04, 2025. Build a live dashboard with Angular Signals, ASP.NET Core SignalR, and SQL Server Change Tracking. Get real-time data updates without page refreshes! Learn how.
• The Overlooked Link Between Security and Performance in SQL ServerNov 01, 2025. When we think of SQL Server security, we often imagine logins and roles, who can access what. But under the hood, SQL Server’s security context (the identity under which code runs) shapes how queries compile and cache.
• How SQL Server Enables Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) Workflows: Embeddings, Vector Indexing & MoreOct 31, 2025. SQL Server 2025 enables Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) workflows with vector indexing, embeddings, and AI integration. Build intelligent, data-driven apps!
• SQL Injection in Laravel: Understanding, Exploiting, and Preventing AttacksOct 31, 2025. Learn about SQL Injection in Laravel, how to exploit it, and most importantly, how to prevent it. Secure your application with Laravel's built-in features and best practices.
• SQL Server Security Best Practices for DevelopersOct 31, 2025. Harden your SQL Server! This guide covers essential security best practices for developers, including SQL injection prevention, encryption, and auditing. Protect your data!
• Common Mistakes Developers Make in SQL Queries (and How to Fix Them)Oct 31, 2025. Master SQL! Avoid common mistakes like SELECT *, missing indexes, and subqueries. Learn to write efficient, safe, and accurate queries with these simple fixes.
• SQL Server Indexing Strategies for Faster Query ExecutionOct 31, 2025. Boost SQL Server query speed! Master indexing: clustered, non-clustered, composite, filtered, columnstore. Optimize performance & avoid common pitfalls. A must-read!
• SQL Server 2025 – What’s New & What’s ChangedOct 31, 2025. Explore SQL Server 2025's game-changing features: AI integration, JSON support, real-time streaming, enhanced security, and cloud readiness. Upgrade your database skills!
• Writing High-Performance Stored Procedures in SQL ServerOct 31, 2025. Boost SQL Server backend performance! Learn to write efficient stored procedures with indexing, minimal joins, and proper error handling. Optimize your queries now!
• Using CTEs and Recursive Queries for Complex Data Relationships (SQL Server)Oct 31, 2025. Master complex SQL Server data relationships with CTEs and recursive queries! Simplify hierarchies, improve readability, and boost performance. Learn how now! #SQL
• SQL Commenting Best Practices: Benefits, Standards & ExamplesOct 30, 2025. Master SQL commenting for readability and maintainability! Learn best practices, standards, and examples for tables, functions, triggers, indexes, and procedures. Elevate your SQL code!
• Difference Between Abstract Class and Interface in C#Oct 29, 2025. Understand the core differences between abstract classes and interfaces in C# with a practical Windows Forms example. Learn when to use each for better design.
• Creating a Student Class with Fields and Methods in C# WebFormsOct 29, 2025. Learn to create a Student class in C# WebForms with fields, properties, and methods. This tutorial covers object-oriented programming principles and real-time use cases.
• Lambda Expressions and LINQ in ASP.NET Web FormsOct 29, 2025. Master ASP.NET Web Forms with LINQ and Lambda expressions! Simplify data querying, filtering, and manipulation for cleaner, more efficient code. Boost performance!
• Find the Largest and Smallest number in an arrayOct 29, 2025. Learn how to find the largest and smallest numbers in an array using C# and ASP.NET. This real-time example demonstrates a simple web form with backend logic using LINQ for efficient processing.
• Mastering Complex SQL Server Queries: Turning Data Into InsightsOct 25, 2025. Unlock SQL Server's potential! Master complex queries with joins, subqueries, window functions, CTEs, and pivots. Turn raw data into actionable insights.
• 🎯 Top SQL Server Queries Asked in Interviews (With Examples)Oct 25, 2025. Ace your SQL Server interview! Master 30 essential queries with examples, covering everything from basic SELECT statements to advanced window functions and optimization.
• Chapter 13: Operator Overloading and Friend Functions in C++Oct 23, 2025. Learn to overload binary and unary operators, enabling seamless operations like addition for custom classes. Discover how to overload stream operators (<<, >>) for easy object output with std::cout. Understand friend functions and classes, granting access to private members for non-member functions like overloaded stream operators, ensuring efficient and elegant code.
• Chapter 12: Polymorphism: Virtual Functions and Abstract Classes in C++Oct 23, 2025. Learn about virtual functions, the 'virtual' keyword, and how it facilitates runtime method resolution. Discover abstract classes and pure virtual functions for defining interfaces and ensuring derived class implementation. Understand the importance of virtual destructors for proper memory management in polymorphic hierarchies.
• Chapter 9: Introduction to Object-Oriented C++Oct 23, 2025. This chapter introduces the core principles of OOP: encapsulation, abstraction, inheritance, and polymorphism. Learn about classes and objects, the building blocks of OOP, and how access modifiers (public, private, protected) control data visibility. Understand the difference between structs and classes in C++ and when to use each for effective software design.
• Chapter 14: Templates and Generic Programming in C++Oct 23, 2025. Explore C++ templates, the cornerstone of generic programming. Learn how to write functions and classes that work with any data type, avoiding redundant code. Discover function templates, class templates, and template instantiation with practical examples like swap_values and a Pair class. Understand how templates power the Standard Template Library (STL).
• Chapter 11: Inheritance: Building Class Hierarchies in C++Oct 23, 2025. Unlock the power of inheritance in C++! This chapter explores building class hierarchies, enabling code reuse and establishing 'is-a' relationships. Learn about base and derived classes, access specifiers (public, protected, private), and the order of construction/destruction. Discover method overriding for specialized behavior, setting the stage for polymorphism.
• Chapter 10: Classes and Objects: Construction and DestructionOct 23, 2025. Explore object lifecycle management in C++! This chapter dives into constructors, special functions that initialize objects upon creation, covering default and parameterized constructors with practical examples. Learn about destructors, crucial for releasing resources like dynamically allocated memory to prevent memory leaks. Finally, understand the 'this' pointer and its role in differentiating member variables and enabling method chaining for cleaner code.
• Chapter 6: Arrays and the C++ String ClassOct 23, 2025. Explore fundamental data structures in C++: arrays and the std::string class. Learn how to declare, initialize, and manipulate arrays for storing collections of data. Discover the power of std::string for efficient text handling, including concatenation, length determination, and character access. Also, delve into multidimensional arrays for representing grids and matrices.
• Part IV - .NET 5+ SQL Connections: Why Encrypt=True Is Now the DefaultOct 23, 2025. Learn about the .NET 5+ default Encrypt=True setting for SQL connections and its impact on your applications. This article explains why Microsoft made this security enhancement, how to handle self-signed certificates in development, and best practices for production environments. Ensure secure data transfer and avoid connection errors by understanding and implementing the correct connection string configurations. Discover how to configure your connection strings for optimal security and compatibility.
• PostgreSQL Tips for BI Professionals: From Window Functions to LOD AlternativesOct 23, 2025. Unlock the power of PostgreSQL for Business Intelligence! This guide provides practical tips for BI professionals to leverage PostgreSQL's advanced SQL capabilities, including window functions, CTEs, and LOD alternatives. Improve dashboard performance, ensure data consistency, and streamline your BI workflow by moving complex logic upstream. Learn how to pre-aggregate data, create reusable logic, and optimize queries for faster insights and more reliable metrics. Master PostgreSQL and elevate your BI game!
• 🔐 Advanced Authentication Types For SQL Server and Other Database SystemsOct 22, 2025. Secure your SQL Server and databases with robust authentication! Explore SQL Authentication, Windows Authentication, and Azure AD, each offering unique security features. Learn best practices for password management, centralized identity control, and cloud-based access. Choose the right method based on your infrastructure, security needs, and whether you're on-premise, in the cloud, or hybrid.
• AI Agents in Practice: Working with DatabasesOct 22, 2025. Unlock the power of AI agents with enterprise databases! This article provides a practical blueprint for securely integrating AI agents with production-grade RDBMS like PostgreSQL and SQL Server. Learn how to navigate contracts, governance, and auditability with patterns that ensure compliance and prevent incidents. Discover robust architectures, read/write patterns, and security measures for dependable AI-database collaboration.
• Static Classes and Static Methods in PythonOct 22, 2025. Explore static methods and emulated static classes in Python. Learn how to define and use static methods with @staticmethod, understand the difference between class methods and static methods, and discover how to group related utility functions using class design. Improve code organization and avoid global namespace clutter by encapsulating helper functions within classes, promoting cleaner, modular, and maintainable Python code.
• In-Depth Look at Advanced Authentication and Connection Strings for SQL Server and Databases (Part II)Oct 22, 2025. Master SQL Server connections in C# .NET! This guide dives deep into connection strings, covering essential properties like Data Source, Initial Catalog, User ID, Password, Integrated Security, and Encrypt. Learn best practices for secure authentication, including Windows Authentication, Azure AD Managed Identity, and secure credential storage. Optimize your database connections for performance and security with practical examples and recommendations.
• How LINQ Turns Your C# Code into SQL Queries (With Real Examples)Oct 21, 2025. Unlock the power of LINQ! This article provides a comprehensive guide on how LINQ translates your C# code into efficient SQL queries. Learn with practical examples demonstrating filtering, joining, ordering, and grouping. Understand deferred execution and the difference between LINQ to Entities and LINQ to Objects. Master LINQ and optimize your database interactions in .NET!
• Automating SQL Query Generation Using LlamaIndex and SnowflakeOct 21, 2025. Learn how to use LlamaIndex with Snowflake to automatically convert natural language prompts into SQL queries. Includes setup, architecture, and example workflows.
• Single Responsibility Principle (SRP) in C#: One Class, One JobOct 20, 2025. Unlock the power of clean code with the Single Responsibility Principle (SRP) in C#! This article provides a practical guide to understanding and applying SRP, the cornerstone of SOLID principles. Learn to identify and refactor classes with multiple responsibilities into focused, maintainable components. Real-world C# examples demonstrate how to transform messy code into testable, understandable, and easily modified solutions, reducing bugs and improving code quality.
• Using Managed Identity with Azure Functions to Connect to Azure SQL DatabaseOct 18, 2025. Secure your Azure Functions and Azure SQL Database integration using Managed Identity! This article demonstrates how to eliminate hardcoded credentials and connection string secrets, especially crucial in regulated industries like healthcare. Learn how to implement a zero-secret, zero-maintenance architecture for enhanced security, compliance, and simplified deployments using a real-world claims processing scenario.
• 🧩 Convert SQL Server DataTable Rows into Pivot Table (With Example)Oct 16, 2025. Learn how to convert SQL Server DataTable rows into a pivot table for enhanced data analysis and reporting. This guide provides a step-by-step example using the PIVOT operator, including dynamic SQL for automatically generating columns. Discover when to use pivot tables and explore alternative techniques like UNPIVOT and GROUP BY. Ideal for BI dashboards and Excel exports, this tutorial simplifies data visualization in SQL Server.
• How to Recover a SQL Server Database in Emergency Mode (Step-by-Step)Oct 15, 2025. Learn how to recover a SQL Server database stuck in EMERGENCY mode with this step-by-step guide. Discover how to diagnose corruption using DBCC CHECKDB, repair the database, and restore it to a normal operational state. We cover manual emergency mode activation, single-user mode, and the crucial REPAIR_ALLOW_DATA_LOSS option.
• CRUD Operations in ASP.NET C# with AngularJS and SQL ServerOct 15, 2025. Master CRUD operations with ASP.NET C#, AngularJS, and SQL Server! This tutorial guides you through building a complete web application, connecting a dynamic AngularJS frontend to a robust ASP.NET Web API backend, all powered by a SQL Server database. Learn to create, read, update, and delete data seamlessly, building a scalable foundation for modern web development. Perfect for small to medium applications.
• Dapper Unveiled: The Lightweight ORM Powering High-Performance .NET ApplicationsOct 15, 2025. Unlock blazing-fast .NET data access with Dapper, the lightweight micro-ORM. Perfect for performance-critical applications, Dapper offers near-native speed and full SQL control, bypassing the overhead of full ORMs like Entity Framework. Ideal for microservices, reporting, and legacy integration, Dapper empowers developers with simplicity and speed. Learn how to use Dapper for high-performance .NET applications.
• Using Linked Servers in SQL Server: A Complete Guide with ExamplesOct 15, 2025. Unlock seamless data integration with SQL Server Linked Servers! This guide provides a step-by-step walkthrough on configuring and querying remote data sources, including examples for SELECT, INSERT, UPDATE, and stored procedure execution. Learn best practices for security, performance optimization using OPENQUERY, and how to manage linked servers effectively. Simplify cross-server data access and boost collaboration!
• The Ultimate SQL Server Auto-Backup Strategy: Secure, Efficient & Bulletproof 🚀Oct 14, 2025. Protect your SQL Server data with an automated, secure, and efficient backup strategy. This guide provides production-ready scripts, step-by-step instructions, and best practices for full, differential, and transaction log backups. Learn how to schedule backups, verify integrity, manage retention, and encrypt your data to safeguard against data loss, ransomware, and compliance issues. Implement a bulletproof solution and sleep soundly knowing your data is safe!
• Static Class vs Singleton Pattern 🔄Oct 14, 2025. Explore the nuances between Static Classes and the Singleton Pattern in C#. This article provides a detailed comparison, covering memory usage, performance, inheritance, thread safety, testing, and practical use cases. Learn when to choose a static class for utility functions or a singleton for managing shared resources. Discover best practices and common pitfalls to avoid in your C# development.
• 🚀 Master SQL Server Transaction Log Management — The Smart, Secure, Automated Way!Oct 14, 2025. Master SQL Server transaction log management! Stop runaway log files from consuming disk space. Learn a safe, automated approach to manage log growth without breaking your backup chain. Includes a free emergency script, long-term strategies, and best practices for FULL recovery, monitoring, and ransomware defense.
• Delete Single or Multiple Records from GridView in ASP.NETOct 13, 2025. Learn how to implement single and multiple record deletion in ASP.NET GridView using checkboxes, client-side validation, and a SQL Server stored procedure. This tutorial covers UI design with a GridView, JavaScript for select-all functionality and validation, server-side C# code for deletion, and the SQL stored procedure.
• Converting CSV/MCX Files to DataTable and Bulk Insert into SQL Server in C#Oct 13, 2025. Learn how to efficiently convert large CSV/MCX files, commonly used in financial applications like stock market data processing, into DataTable objects using C#. This article provides a step-by-step guide on filtering data and performing bulk inserts into SQL Server using SqlBulkCopy for optimal performance and maintainability.
• Chapter 15: Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) with ClassesOct 12, 2025. Explore Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) in JavaScript using ES6 Classes. Learn how to define classes, create objects, and implement inheritance with extends and super. Discover static methods for utility functions and leverage getters and setters for controlled property access and encapsulation. Master OOP principles for cleaner, more maintainable JavaScript code. This guide provides practical examples for building robust applications.
• Accessing Structure Elements in Python: Building a Real-Time Flight Tracking SystemOct 12, 2025. Master struct-like data access in Python for building robust, real-time systems. Explore classes, dictionaries, and data classes with a live flight tracking example. Learn safe and efficient element access patterns, validation techniques, and best practices for maintainable code. Prevent errors and ensure data integrity in critical applications like aviation and logistics by leveraging Python's powerful data modeling capabilities.
• Building Real-World Data Models in Python: From Structs to Smart ClassesOct 12, 2025. Learn how to build robust and reliable data models in Python using data classes, a modern alternative to C-style structs. This guide demonstrates how to manage IoT sensor readings in smart agriculture, including data validation, error handling, and JSON serialization.
• The Future of Azure Data Studio: What’s Next for SQL Development?Oct 04, 2025. Azure Data Studio (ADS) is being retired in favor of Visual Studio Code (VS Code) for SQL development. This article outlines the key benefits of migrating to VS Code, including improved performance, a vast extension marketplace, unified development experience, and long-term support.
• How Do I Write SQL to Get Top N Records Per Group?Oct 03, 2025. This article provides step-by-step instructions and examples for SQL Server, MySQL, and PostgreSQL. Master techniques using ROW_NUMBER(), RANK(), DENSE_RANK(), CROSS APPLY, and LIMIT with subqueries. Avoid common mistakes and optimize your queries for performance. Perfect for reporting, analytics, and data visualization.
• Mastering Delegates in C#Sep 28, 2025. This article goes beyond the basics, revealing how delegates enable flexible, extensible, and testable applications. Learn how they underpin events, LINQ, asynchronous programming, and design patterns. Master delegates for clean code, separation of concerns, and building robust systems that scale. Elevate your C# skills today!
• How to Ingest Data into Power BI from SQL Server Using Import ModeSep 27, 2025. Learn how to seamlessly ingest data from SQL Server into Power BI using Import Mode for lightning-fast performance and rich modeling capabilities. This step-by-step guide covers everything from connecting to your SQL Server database to selecting tables or writing custom queries. Unlock the power of Power BI's in-memory engine and create insightful dashboards with ease.
• LINQ: Foundational ConceptsSep 23, 2025. Unlock the power of LINQ in .NET! Learn foundational concepts, syntax options, standard query operators, and how it revolutionizes data querying. #LINQ #dotnet
• How to Optimize SQL Queries for Faster Execution in Large DatabasesSep 23, 2025. This article reveals practical techniques like indexing, efficient joins, and smart WHERE clauses to dramatically reduce execution time. Learn how to analyze execution plans, leverage partitioning and caching, and optimize subqueries for peak performance.
• LeftJoin in .NET 10 & EF Core 10 - A Game Changer for LINQ DevelopersSep 19, 2025. Finally! .NET 10 and EF Core 10 introduce native LeftJoin and RightJoin LINQ methods, simplifying data queries and eliminating verbose workarounds. Learn how to use these game-changing features for cleaner, more readable code, mirroring SQL's LEFT JOIN functionality.
• Performance Tuning a Tableau Dashboard with SQL OptimizationSep 19, 2025. This article reveals how SQL optimization dramatically improves performance. Learn to identify bottlenecks, implement indexing, pre-aggregate data with materialized views, optimize joins, and use incremental data loads. Transform sluggish dashboards into lightning-fast visualizations by focusing on SQL first!
• IEnumerable vs IQueryable in .NETSep 18, 2025. Learn how IEnumerable handles in-memory data efficiently, while IQueryable shines with remote data sources like databases, translating LINQ to SQL for server-side filtering. Choosing the right interface can dramatically improve your application's speed and resource usage, preventing performance bottlenecks and ensuring smooth data handling.
• SQL: The Language of DatabasesSep 18, 2025. This article provides a comprehensive overview of SQL, the standard language for relational databases. Learn core features, basic commands (CREATE, INSERT, SELECT, UPDATE, DELETE), and why SQL is essential for web development, data analytics, and business intelligence. Master SQL for efficient data management and a valuable skill in today's tech landscape.
• Choosing Between Subqueries and Joins in PostgreSQLSep 15, 2025. This article dives into the core differences, performance implications, and readability aspects of each method. Learn when to leverage JOINs for combining data from multiple tables and when subqueries excel at filtering and aggregation. Optimize your database queries for speed and clarity, ensuring efficient and maintainable code.
• How to Connect ASP.NET Core MVC with Database using EF Core (DB-First)Sep 11, 2025. Unlock the power of database connectivity in ASP.NET Core MVC with EF Core's DB-First approach! This article simplifies connecting your application to SQL Server, offering a step-by-step walkthrough from project setup to data retrieval. Learn to scaffold models, register DbContext, and leverage LINQ for efficient database interactions, avoiding raw SQL.
• 🚀 Top 30 Proven Ways to Optimize SQL Server Database Performance (with Examples)Sep 09, 2025. Unlock peak SQL Server performance! This guide delivers 30 proven techniques with practical examples to optimize your database. Learn how to speed up slow queries, improve indexing, refine schema design, and implement caching strategies. From data types to execution plans, master the art of SQL Server tuning for scalable and efficient applications. Boost your database performance today!
• What SQL Topics Are Important for Data Science Interviews?Sep 09, 2025. Ace your data science interview by mastering essential SQL skills! This guide covers crucial topics like SQL basics, joins, aggregations, subqueries, window functions, data cleaning, and performance optimization. Practice with real-world scenarios and interview questions to confidently tackle any SQL challenge.
• 7 Simple Techniques to Protect Your APIsSep 06, 2025. Learn seven easy, practical ways to secure your APIs: rate limiting, CORS, SQL/NoSQL injection protection, firewalls, VPNs, CSRF, and XSS. Clear tips and examples.
• Designing, Securing, and Optimizing SQL Server: A Realistic E-Commerce ExampleSep 06, 2025. Learn schema design principles, indexing strategies for query tuning, and efficient ETL processes for data loading. Implement robust backup and recovery plans, secure your database with role-based access control, and proactively monitor performance with maintenance best practices.
• Find High-Usage Queries and Stored Procedures in SQL ServerSep 05, 2025. Identify the SQL statements and stored procedures that burn the most CPU, IO, and time using SQL Server DMVs—plus quick scripts, filters, and tips to fix them.