In week two of our blog series The Tradeoff Between Database Security and Database Performance, we explore the roles of database administrator and...
Database Administrator Versus Security Administrator
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DBA
The Advantages of Using SQL Safe Backup with TSM
Backing up the SQL databases for which they are responsible is one of the most important functions of a DBA. While streamlining performance might be...
Using a Centralized Console Will Make You a Better DBA
Consider the working life of a database administrator (DBA). It is their responsibility to maintain the systems that contain an organization’s...
DevOps and the DBA
Modern application development teams are aligned to deliver software using agile methodologies and a DevOps approach. Agile and DevOps are not the...
Aqua Data Studio – Working with Complex Data Environments Can Be A Challenge.
Companies are expanding their systems beyond relational databases to incorporate big data and cloud deployments, creating hybrid configurations....
The Impact of Cloud on DBA
The DBA is the information technology professional responsible for ensuring the ongoing operational functionality and efficiency of an...
SQL Diagnostic Manager for MySQL 8.8 General Availability
We are pleased to announce the general availability of SQL Diagnostic Manager for MySQL 8.8. Existing users may upgrade to this version through...
DBA Paradox – Plus ca change, plus c’est la meme chose
The quote comes from Jean-Baptiste Karr. And while some may not be familiar with the source and that original language version, almost...
We’ll See You at PASS Summit 2018!
It’s that time of year again! IDERA is excited to see everyone at PASS Summit 2018! This year’s summit will take place from November...
How to Set Up MySQL 8 Cluster Replication
In the Setting up Basic Master-Slave Replication in MySQL 8 blog, we went through the process of setting up two MySQL servers on the same box for...
SQL Diagnostic Manager 10.3 General Availability
We are pleased to announce the general availability of SQL Diagnostic Manager 10.3. Existing users may upgrade to this version through...
SQL Diagnostic Manager for MySQL 8.7 General Availability
We are pleased to announce the general availability of SQL Diagnostic Manager for MySQL 8.7. Existing users may upgrade to this version through...
August #SQLChat – SQL Server Coding Standards
Designing and managing databases can be a daunting tasks. However, defining database coding standards can help keep everything in order. Join IDERA...
Changing Lanes: Part II. Shifting between Relational and Big Data Platforms
In the last blog, I covered Shifting Roles with Relational and Big Data Platforms and how that is affecting the people and their roles within...
Setting up Basic Master-Slave Replication in MySQL 8
Since April 19th, when MySQL 8.0 became Generally Available (GA), the MySQL community has been abuzz with excitement over all of the new features...
Analyze MySQL & MariaDB Error Log Messages using Monyog
The MySQL error log is an essential part of database server performance monitoring. Whenever something goes wrong or performance degrades, the Error...
July #SQLChat – Death of the DBA
“The DBA is dying” has been a common concept for at least 15 - 20 years. What makes this time period different? Join IDERA...
June #SQLChat – Soft Skills for the DBA / Developer
As a database administrator and IT professional there are certain technical skills that one is expected to know - but what soft skills are...
Database Needs in The Cloud – May #SQLChat
Movement to the cloud is in full swing! Regardless of the cloud provider, you will need a migration strategy and the knowledge to make choices...
Changing Lanes: Shifting Roles with Relational and Big Data Platforms
As Relational and Big Data Store databases evolve, so do the responsibilities of the people that support them. Whether you are an Analyst dealing...
Free Virtual Conference! IDERA Live 2018
It’s that time of year again! We invite you to join us for IDERA Live, our second-annual Virtual Conference, designed to educate and inform...
What’s the most important thing SQL Server DBAs want to learn in 2018?
Our product management team at IDERA recently polled a sample of our customer base and asked them to tell us what is the most important technology...
SQL Inventory Manager Reporting
We have heard a number of our DBA customers ask for reporting of SQL Inventory Manager data for a number of reasons - (be able to provide executive...
February #SQLChat – Becoming a Microsoft MVP
Are you hoping to become a Microsoft MVP? Or, have you already gone through the application process yourself? Then participate in our next Twitter...