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SQL Server Business Intelligence (BI) and Data Warehousing News
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September 25, 2018
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Sep'18
SQL Server 2019 preview brings Hadoop, Spark and AI into DBMS
A SQL Server 2019 preview brings Hadoop and Spark into the fold, positioning the database as an all-purpose data portal. Azure Cosmos DB also gets an update.
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August 29, 2018
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Aug'18
Talend tool targets Azure data integration for analytics use
Talend released software that does bulk data uploads to Microsoft's Azure SQL Data Warehouse. The goal is to streamline data integration and support real-time analytics.
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June 11, 2018
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Jun'18
Proposed Microsoft-GitHub buy confirms open source role in cloud
The looming Microsoft-GitHub pairing confirms the company's rebirth as an open source friend. Data tools on the Azure cloud are part of the motivation.
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November 21, 2017
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Nov'17
Microsoft Azure cloud database activity takes off at Connect();
Microsoft Connect(); 2017 saw the addition of MariaDB and Cassandra to the Azure cloud database lineup. Also discussed: A set of Spark-based analytics services called Azure Databricks.
SQL Server Business Intelligence (BI) and Data Warehousing Get Started
Bring yourself up to speed with our introductory content
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data warehouse
A data warehouse is a federated repository for all the data collected by an enterprise's various operational systems, be they physical or logical. Continue Reading
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RDBMS (relational database management system)
A relational database management system (RDBMS) is a collection of programs and capabilities that enable IT teams and others to create, update, administer and otherwise interact with a relational database. Continue Reading
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How much do you know about the components of SQL Server?
From SQL Server Machine Learning Services to the SQL Server Operating System, there's a lot to know about SQL Server. Test your SQL Server knowledge with our quiz. Continue Reading
Evaluate SQL Server Business Intelligence (BI) and Data Warehousing Vendors & Products
Weigh the pros and cons of technologies, products and projects you are considering.
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How Azure SQL DW Gen2 boosts cloud data warehouse's performance
The Gen2 version of Azure SQL Data Warehouse gives Microsoft's cloud data warehouse a shot in the arm on performance, making it more competitive with rival technologies. Continue Reading
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A quick tutorial on SQL Server maintenance plans
SQL Server maintenance plans get a bad rap, but for DBAs who need a simple way to maintain databases, Microsoft's built-in tools are a good place to start. Continue Reading
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Common Data Service for Analytics eases Power BI integration
Integrating data into Power BI for analysis can be a challenge, but Microsoft's Common Data Service for Analytics technology is designed to simplify the process for users. Continue Reading
Manage SQL Server Business Intelligence (BI) and Data Warehousing
Learn to apply best practices and optimize your operations.
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New SQL Server 2017 features give good reasons for fast upgrades
The new SQL Server 2017 adds support for Linux and a variety of other new features that could justify upgrades to the revamped database platform, even coming so soon after the 2016 release. Continue Reading
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The ins and outs of using R in SQL Server 2016 and 2017
What does the R analytics language offer to users, and how does it fit into SQL Server 2016 and 2017? Get answers to those questions and details on Microsoft's various R technologies. Continue Reading
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Conquer real-time operational analytics in SQL Server 2016
Analytics helps improve business operations, and SQL Server 2016 users can master it -- in real time, using operational data in a transactional database. Continue Reading
Problem Solve SQL Server Business Intelligence (BI) and Data Warehousing Issues
We’ve gathered up expert advice and tips from professionals like you so that the answers you need are always available.
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The top three SQL Server third-party tools
Basit Farooq presents his top three SQL Server third-party tools for identifying and resolving SQL Server bottlenecks. Continue Reading
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Using Power BI to enhance SQL Server self-service business intelligence
SQL Server DBAs and developers should be familiar with Power BI for Office 365. Here's an overview of what it does and how to use it. Continue Reading
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Managing data with Enterprise Integration Management and SQL Server
Microsoft tools for SQL Server can help build a comprehensive enterprise integration management platform. Continue Reading