database-tools Archives

Fundamentals of database people and DevOps

DevOps is a software delivery philosophy that focuses on delivering quality faster. The environment of everyone is different. But we can translate...

Mounting ISO Files

by ps1

In our previous tip we showed how you can easily turn local folders into ISO file images. Today, we look at how you can mount (and dismount) your...

Monitor MySQL managed cloud databases with ease

by Mehul Lal

Once upon a time, organizations hosted their database servers on-premises. Later, they moved to data centers, and now we often find the same servers...

Creating ISO Files

by ps1

PowerShell can turn regular folders into ISO files. ISO files are binary files that can be mounted and then behave like a read-only CD-ROM drive. In...

Progress Bar Tricks (Part 4)

by ps1

Due to popular request, here is a code that illustrates how you can use nested progress bars and show a "real" progress indicator for each task your...

Understand indexes to write better queries

by Peter

It is easy to learn how to query a database for information. SQL is a declarative language, meaning we tell the engine what to get, not how to get...

Initialize Transactional Replication from your Backups

by Kyle

This blog provides guidance on the perceived limitations and restrictions on initializing transactional replication subscribers from backups. The...

Progress Bar Tricks (Part 3)

by ps1

PowerShell's built-in progress bar can be nested, showing one progress bar per task. For this to work, assign distinct ID numbers to your progress...

Better manage MySQL and MariaDB databases

by Mehul Lal

Database administration refers to managing the databases in an organization. Database administration for MySQL and MariaDB databases encompasses...

Progress Bar Tricks (Part 2)

by ps1

Publishing on – Mon May 15 The built-in PowerShell progress bar supports a “real” progress indicator provided you submit a “percentCompleted” value...

Adapting to the Evolving Role of the DBA with SQL DM

by Pinal Dave

Over the years, the job of a Database Administrator (DBA) has become more complex and strategic, from just managing databases to a much bigger...

Compare four leading database tools

by Peter

Today, many roles within an organization work with the ever growing amounts of data in databases. No longer are databases the purview of just the...

Progress Bar Tricks (Part 1)

by ps1

PowerShell comes with a built-in progress bar. It typically automatically disappears when your script is done: Write-Progress -Activity 'I am busy'...

Monitor the top metrics in MySQL databases

by Dean Thomas

As tables increase in size and more and more users come online, it becomes necessary to fine tune the database server from time to time. The secret...

Listing Active Domain Controller

by ps1

If your machine is connected to a domain, you can use PowerShell to identify the domain controller you are connected to. Either use this command:...

Listing All Domain Controllers

by ps1

To get a quick list of all of your domain controllers, run this one-liner: Get-AdDomainController -Filter * | Select-Object -Property Name, Domain,...

Achieve more with fewer resources

by Peter

The current uncertainty in the economy is causing many organizations to look for ways of making their operations more productive. These...

Permanently Deleting Hard Drive Content

by ps1

When you delete files on storage media like hard drives or USB sticks, as you probably know, the data is not immediately deleted. Instead, the data...

Understanding Azure SQL Database Architecture

by Kyle

This blog will give you a glimpse into the internal architecture of SQL Database and brings to light some of the critical concepts that SQL Database...