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How to Get SQL Percentage Calculation as Easy as Pie

Edwin Sanchez — Thu, 14 Mar 2024 15:54:32 +0000

Percentage calculation in SQL can be a bit like traversing an unfamiliar labyrinth. If you’re a beginner, it’s easy to get lost in a maze of numbers and functions. You may stumble over pitfalls that can lead to incorrect results. But fear not because we’re about to make SQL percentage calculations as easy as pie! …

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SQL Multiple Joins – How to Join Tables the Easy-Breezy Way

Edwin Sanchez — Wed, 11 Oct 2023 15:34:13 +0000

Have you ever found yourself tangled in the web of SQL multiple joins? Don’t sweat it – we’ve all been there. Think of it like a puzzle, with tables as puzzle pieces. You’re just connecting them to see the bigger picture. Now, I know, the code might look like a maze, and it’s easy to …

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The SELECT INTO Temp Table Easy Guide: How to Manage Temporary Data Without Dismay

Edwin Sanchez — Wed, 16 Aug 2023 16:07:54 +0000

Data processing may involve several steps. And it can be fun! But the fun ends when you access some joined tables again and again. So, when you look at your SQL code, it’s yucky and ugly because of repeated lines. But what if you can store the results of those joined tables in temporary storage? …

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SQL Server PARTITION BY: A Beginner’s Lifesaver on How to Partition Datasets

Edwin Sanchez — Fri, 21 Jul 2023 16:27:34 +0000

Is SQL Server PARTITION BY clause giving you a brain freeze? Beginners feel like entering a complex maze at first glance of code complexity. But you want to tackle this like a piece of cake, without the confusion. And without hair-pulling. So, this article is for you. We’ll make it plain and simple. The complication …

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T-SQL CHAR vs. VARCHAR: How to Store Text and Slash Query Time

Edwin Sanchez — Fri, 07 Jul 2023 13:06:46 +0000

Is it a big deal to choose between CHAR and VARCHAR? What if your choice between CHAR vs. VARCHAR results in a nightmare of query lags? When I was a newbie in SQL Server, it was not a big deal to me. Both store strings of characters so I thought it was just the same. …

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SQL Server UPDATE from SELECT: How to Bulletproof Your Updates Like a Pro

Edwin Sanchez — Wed, 14 Jun 2023 16:02:39 +0000

SQL Server UPDATE from SELECT is not your usual cup of tea on T-SQL. So, it’s time to level up your UPDATE skills. But with this, you have a new foe: code complexity. Crushing code complexity is a source of many headaches. Reading rows using a complex query is one thing. Updating rows is another. …

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dbForge Edge: Your Best Universal Tool for Multidatabase Challenges

{coding}Sight — Tue, 06 Jun 2023 11:34:26 +0000

Handling several database management systems simultaneously is inevitable in working on multiple projects. At the same time, each system requires a proper set of relevant tools to perform database tasks. These tools should be powerful and flexible enough to adapt to the project’s evolving needs. One moment, your goal is to design a new database …

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How to Insert Multiple Rows in SQL Server Like a Hero DBA

Edwin Sanchez — Wed, 31 May 2023 08:56:44 +0000

Hi there, newbie. Are you still using multiple INSERT statements to insert multiple rows in SQL Server? Let me tell you today that it’s a terrible idea. It gives you an agonizing feeling when your database inserts become like a slow-motion scene in The Matrix. You love the movie scene. But you don’t want it happening …

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Getting Started with the SQL Not Equal To Operator and Its Use Cases

Manvendra Singh — Thu, 03 Nov 2022 08:46:41 +0000

This article will give an overview of the SQL Not Equal To operator and demonstrate how to use it in your queries requirements. SQL Server has offered multiple operators for various comparisons like equal to, greater than, less than, not equal to, less than or equal to, greater than or equal to. All these operators …

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How to Install SQL Server (The No-Nonsense, Easy Guide)

Edwin Sanchez — Thu, 03 Nov 2022 08:38:24 +0000

Last time, you learned about a primer on SQL Server. In that article, you also learned about the different versions and editions of Microsoft SQL Server. But enough with background information. Hands-on learning is more fun. So, in this article, you will learn how to install SQL Server step-by-step. But before you download the software, …

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