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• Understanding SESSION_CONTEXT in SQL ServerJun 26, 2025. This article explains SQL Server's SESSION_CONTEXT, a session-scoped key-value store introduced in 2016, useful for securely passing metadata like User ID or flags between procedures, triggers, and applications.
• Mastering LINQ in C#Jun 25, 2025. Language Integrated Query (LINQ) is a game-changer in C#. It brings SQL-like data querying capabilities directly into your C# code, making data manipulation more intuitive, type-safe, and readable.
• Basic SQL Queries for Database TestingJun 23, 2025. Learn essential SQL queries used in database testing. This guide covers SELECT, JOIN, WHERE, and more—ideal for QA testers and beginners ensuring data accuracy and integrity in applications.
• How to Collaboratively Work with SQL Server 2025, Visual Studio Code, and GitHub Copilot (Step-by-Step Guide)Jun 21, 2025. This article walks you through how to collaboratively work using SQL Server 2025, Visual Studio Code (VS Code), and GitHub Copilot. With clear steps and screenshots, this guide helps beginners and professionals enhance productivity and collaboration in database development.
• Database Testing: A Complete GuideJun 19, 2025. Database Testing ensures data accuracy, integrity, and performance by validating schemas, procedures, and operations. This guide covers types, tools, scenarios, and best practices for robust, high-quality data-driven applications.
• Understanding Select vs SelectMany in LINQJun 19, 2025. In this article, we are going to learn about the importance of LINQ features of select and SelectMany and the difference between them.
• What is DBT (Data Build Tool)?Jun 19, 2025. Learn how DBT (Data Build Tool) transforms raw data using SQL, enabling version control, testing, and documentation to bring software engineering best practices into modern, scalable, and reliable data workflows.
• Health Checks in .NET 8 Web API: A Comprehensive GuideJun 18, 2025. Ensure your ASP.NET Web API’s reliability with .NET 8 health checks—monitor SQL Server, external APIs, and network connectivity using JSON-formatted diagnostics for proactive monitoring, easier debugging, and improved application resilience.
• FirstOrDefault vs. SingleOrDefault in LINQ: Key Differences and Use CasesJun 16, 2025. In this article, we'll dive into the key differences between FirstOrDefault and SingleOrDefault, examining their behaviours, ideal use cases, and guidance on when to use each one. By the end, you'll gain a better understanding of how to utilize these methods to optimize data queries in your C# applications.
• SQL vs NoSQL: Making the Right Database Choice for Your ApplicationJun 12, 2025. Learn the core differences between SQL and NoSQL databases. Explore their advantages, disadvantages, top database options, and when to use each. A must-read for software developers and DBAs making architectural decisions.
• Table Sharding in SQL: Types, Examples, and Best PracticesJun 10, 2025. Table sharding improves database scalability and performance by splitting large tables into smaller, distributed shards. It enhances speed, fault tolerance, and cost-efficiency—ideal for growing applications with heavy data loads.
• Best Practices and Code Examples for Azure Functions using C# 13Jun 09, 2025. Ziggy Rafiq shares best practices for structuring, testing, and deploying production-grade serverless functions using Azure and xUnit in this article.
• Database Fragmentation: Understanding, Managing, and MitigatingJun 06, 2025. Learn how to detect, manage, and resolve SQL Server fragmentation with live examples. Improve query performance, reduce I/O overhead, and optimize indexes and heaps using proven best practices and tools.
• Horizontal vs Vertical Partitioning in SQLJun 04, 2025. Horizontal and vertical partitioning are techniques in SQL to improve performance and manage large datasets. Learn how each method works, their use cases, and how they impact database design.
• Transforming Data Insights with Snowflake's LLM Functions – PART 2Jun 04, 2025. Snowflake Cortex LLM functions like TRANSLATE and SUMMARIZE, enabling powerful in-database AI for multilingual translation and concise text summaries, thereby enhancing data analytics without the need for external tools or APIs.
• Logging in ASP.NET Core Web API Using MongoDBJun 03, 2025. Logging is one of the most important parts of building a real-world application. It helps you track errors, monitor behavior, and understand what your app is doing behind the scenes.
• Building a Clean ASP.NET Core API with C# 13, EF Core, and DDDJun 02, 2025. The guide is written by Ziggy Rafiq and follows real-world architecture and testing best practices to provide a clean, scalable REST API using ASP.NET Core, C# 13, EF Core, and MS SQL.
• Understanding DBCC Commands in SQL Server: Use Cases and ImportanceMay 31, 2025. Learn the essentials of DBCC commands in SQL Server—powerful tools for monitoring, maintaining, and troubleshooting databases. Mastering them ensures performance optimization, deadlock resolution, and proactive database health checks.
• SQL Server Transaction Locks: Identification & ResolutionMay 28, 2025. Learn how SQL Server transaction locks ensure data integrity, identify locking issues using DMVs and Activity Monitor, and explore strategies like query optimization, isolation levels, and deadlock resolution for better performance.
• PLINQ vs LINQ: Use Cases, and Performance Insights in C#May 25, 2025. Discover the key differences between LINQ and PLINQ in C#, including their syntax, execution models, performance benchmarks, use cases, and when to choose parallelism for processing large datasets efficiently.
• How to Install and Configure SQL Server 2025 in WindowsMay 22, 2025. This articlee walks you through installing SQL Server 2025 on Windows, from system requirements to setup and configuration. Learn how to enable features, set authentication modes, and ensure your server runs smoothly ideal for beginners and advanced users alike.
• Event-Driven CQRS with C# 14 and the SQL Outbox PatternMay 15, 2025. Learn how to implement a reliable event-driven CQRS microservice using the SQL Outbox Pattern with C# 14. Ensure strong consistency, transactional event publishing, and fail-safe asynchronous processing for scalable distributed systems.
• Real-Time Data Retrieval from APIs Using SSISMay 14, 2025. This article explains how to integrate APIs with SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS) to automate data retrieval using HTTP requests. It covers API setup, SSIS package creation, and script task configuration.
• .NET Aspire Integrations (SQL Server Integration in Aspire Applications)May 14, 2025. In this chapter, you'll learn how to integrate SQL Server into your .NET Aspire applications with minimal configuration and maximum flexibility.
• Microsoft Fabric Warehouse Integration in VS Code for DevsMay 13, 2025. Experience seamless development with Microsoft Fabric and VS Code integration. Write, debug, and manage SQL queries directly in your editor, connect to Fabric Warehouse, and boost productivity with real-time data access.
• Advanced ETL from OLTP Databases to a Data Warehouse with C# 14May 12, 2025. Build scalable and efficient ETL pipelines using C# 14 and .NET 9. Leverage Dapper, SQL Server, Azure Synapse, and cloud integration for seamless data extraction, transformation, and loading to data warehouses and lakes.
• What’s New in Grafana 12.0May 08, 2025. Explore Grafana 12.0's new features like Git Sync, dynamic dashboards, and enhanced drilldowns. Perfect for beginners seeking practical insights.
• Build & Deploy Azure Function Using C# and Integration with Azure SQLMay 05, 2025. This article walks you through creating the function, connecting to SQL, and deploying it to Azure perfect for developers looking to build serverless apps with database support.
• NoSQL vs. SQL: Which One to UseMay 02, 2025. Explore the key differences between SQL and NoSQL databases, including structure, scalability, use cases, and performance.
• Vibe Coding with AI: Using Prompt Engineering to Build a Full C# Database SolutionMay 02, 2025. Discover how to harness the power of AI and prompt engineering to build a complete C# database solution.
• Advanced C# Database Tricks for Power UsersMay 01, 2025. Explore advanced C# database techniques using ADO.NET, Entity Framework Core, and Dapper.
• Implementing Azure Key Vault for Secure Secret ManagementMay 01, 2025. Azure Key Vault is a secure cloud service to store and manage secrets, keys, and certificates. It offers centralized control, strong encryption, RBAC access, and audit logging for enhanced application security.
• Artificial Intelligence and Education: Shaping the Future of LearningApr 28, 2025. Discover how Artificial Intelligence is transforming education by enabling personalized learning, smart classrooms, and intelligent tutoring.
• How to Convert a DataTable to a List of Objects in C#Apr 27, 2025. Learn how to convert a DataTable to a List<T> in C#. Explore manual, reflection-based, and LINQ methods for better performance, type safety, and cleaner code. Improve maintainability in modern C# applications.
• Advanced Database Programming with C# 14 and Microsoft SQL ServerApr 24, 2025. As of C# 14, Microsoft continues to evolve the language to provide more expressive, safe, and performant coding patterns.
• SQL Server CLR Integration and SSIS Automation with C#Apr 24, 2025. Learn how to enhance SQL Server functionality using CLR integration and automate SSIS packages with C#.
• Understanding Change Data Capture (CDC) and Its TypesApr 23, 2025. In this article we are going to learn about the CDC and types of CDC approaches. It helps keep data in sync without causing a heavy load on the database.
• Order of Execution in LINQ QueriesApr 22, 2025. This article explains the difference between deferred and immediate execution, outlines the execution order, and shares best practices to write efficient and optimized LINQ queries for real-world applications.
• Execution Process of SQL Queries vs Stored Procedures Apr 21, 2025. Dive deep into the internal execution process of SQL Server queries with this one-of-a-kind article comparing normal SQL queries and stored procedures.
• LINQ in C# Tutorial for Beginners: 101 C# LINQ OperationsApr 17, 2025. Learn LINQ in C# with 101 essential operations for beginners. Simple examples of filtering, sorting, and joining data to make your code better and faster. Perfect for new C# developers.
• .NET 8 - System.Linq.Dynamic.Core – using SQL LIKEApr 11, 2025. System.Linq.Dynamic.Core library does not support SQL LIKE, and I added support for it. Added SQL LIKE support to the System.Linq.Dynamic.Core in .NET 8 using a custom patch. Enables dynamic SQL pattern matching in EF8 projects where built-in LIKE functionality was missing.
• Create Foreign Keys Dynamically in SQL Server DatabaseApr 10, 2025. Create the referential integrity constraint i.e. Foreign key dynamically in SQL Server database. This script dynamically adds foreign keys to all tables with a CompanyID column by scanning the database, ensuring they reference the Company table—ideal for retrofitting relational integrity.
• Azure Synapse Analytics Serverless and Dedicated SQL PoolsApr 02, 2025. This article explains in detail about what Azure Synapse Analytics is and a brief comparison of the different SQL runtime environments it provisions.
• Mitigate OWASP A03:2021 – Injection Web Security TipsApr 01, 2025. ?Injection attacks, such as SQL Injection and Cross-Site Scripting (XSS), exploit vulnerabilities where untrusted data is improperly handled, leading to unauthorized command execution or data access. Mitigation strategies include input validation, parameterized queries, and adhering to secure coding practices to enhance web application security.
• New LINQ Features in .NET 9Mar 29, 2025. Discover the latest LINQ features in .NET 9 that enhance query performance, simplify data manipulation, and introduce new methods for better efficiency.
• Exploring PLINQ (Parallel LINQ) for Parallel ProcessingMar 29, 2025. PLINQ (Parallel LINQ) is a powerful feature in .NET that enables parallel processing of queries to improve performance on multi-core processors.
• Creating DataFrames in PySpark Using Fabric NotebookMar 27, 2025. This article walks through defining schemas, specifying column names, and using SQL-like DDL in a Fabric Notebook. Explore StructType, StructField, and various ways to display and verify DataFrame content efficiently.
• Understanding Conversion Functions in SQLMar 27, 2025. SQL conversion functions like CAST(), CONVERT(), TRY_CAST(), TRY_CONVERT(), and FORMAT() help change data types, format values, and handle errors efficiently.
• Understanding Numeric Functions in SQLMar 27, 2025. SQL numeric functions simplify mathematical operations like rounding, power calculations, and random value generation. Functions like ABS(), CEILING(), FLOOR(), ROUND(), SQRT(), MOD(), and LOG() help with financial calculations, data analysis, and scientific computing.
• Explanation of Date and Time Functions in SQLMar 26, 2025. SQL date and time functions help efficiently manipulate and retrieve date-related information. Common functions include GETDATE() for the current timestamp, DATEADD() for adding time intervals, DATEDIFF() for date differences, FORMAT() for formatting, and EOMONTH() for month-end dates.
• Prevent Accidental Data Deletion with Two Simple StrategiesMar 25, 2025. Recently, I came across several discussions on Communities where users shared their experiences with accidental data deletion.
• Mastering SQL String FunctionsMar 25, 2025. SQL string functions help manipulate and process text data efficiently. This guide covers key functions like UPPER(), LOWER(), LEN(), LEFT(), RIGHT(), SUBSTRING(), REPLACE(), CONCAT(), LTRIM(), RTRIM(), CHARINDEX(), REVERSE(), and FORMAT(), demonstrating their usage with examples to improve query performance and readability.
• Understanding System-Versioned Tables in SQLMar 25, 2025. System-versioned tables in SQL automatically track data changes, maintaining historical records for auditing and recovery. They consist of a main table (current data) and a history table (past records).
• Understanding Parameter Sniffing in SQL ServerMar 24, 2025. In SQL Server and other relational database systems, query execution performance is critical for handling large datasets efficiently. One common yet sometimes problematic optimization technique is Parameter Sniffing. While it can improve query performance.
• Automating SCD Type 4 in Azure SQL Database with Azure Data FactoryMar 24, 2025. Learn how to automate Slowly Changing Dimension (SCD) Type 4 implementation in Azure SQL Database using Azure Data Factory.
• Understanding Aggregate Functions in SQLMar 21, 2025. SQL aggregate functions help perform calculations on multiple rows, returning a single result. This article covers COUNT(), SUM(), AVG(), MIN(), MAX(), and advanced uses like GROUP BY, HAVING, CASE, PARTITION BY, and DISTINCT.
• SQL Tag Library in Java Server PageMar 21, 2025. JSTL SQL tags are used to access databases and are designed for low-volume Web-based applications.? JSTL SQL tags facilitate database interactions in JSP pages, enabling data source setup, query execution, updates, and transactions through tags like <sql:setDataSource>, <sql:query>, <sql:update>, and <sql: transaction>
• Understanding Scalar Functions in SQLMar 21, 2025. This article explores common functions like LEN(), UPPER(), LOWER(), ROUND(), GETDATE(), ABS(), SQRT(), SUBSTRING(), and REPLACE(), along with advanced usage, computations, and custom scalar functions for efficient queries.
• Understanding SQL Execution PlansMar 20, 2025. An SQL execution plan outlines how a database executes a query, detailing operations like table scans, index seeks, and joins. Analyzing these plans is essential for optimizing query performance.
• Understanding SQL CTE (Common Table Expression)Mar 19, 2025. A Common Table Expression (CTE) in SQL is a temporary result set that improves query readability and performance. CTEs simplify complex queries, support recursive operations, and help with aggregation and multi-step calculations.
• Understanding Expressions in C#: Dynamic Code and Query GenerationMar 19, 2025. Expressions in C# allow dynamic query generation, runtime compilation, and code transformation using Expression Trees. They are widely used in LINQ, ORM frameworks like Entity Framework, and reflection to optimize performance and enable flexible, data-driven logic.
• Explicit Loading in ASP.NET Core Web APIMar 18, 2025. Explicit Loading in ASP.NET Core Web API is a technique used to manually retrieve related data from the database when needed, using LoadAsync() on navigation properties. Unlike eager loading (Include()) or lazy loading, explicit loading provides better control over database queries, improving performance and efficiency. It is useful when related data is conditionally required.
• Learn C#: Refactor CodeMar 18, 2025. Refactoring in C# enhances code readability, maintainability, and performance by eliminating redundancy, utilizing LINQ, extracting methods, applying null-coalescing operators, and implementing async/await patterns.
• Select vs SelectMany in C# LINQMar 17, 2025. In C# LINQ, Select transforms each element of a collection individually, maintaining the original structure, while SelectMany flattens nested collections into a single sequence, combining all sub-elements.
• Implementing SCD Type 4 in Azure SQL Database: A Step-by-Step GuideMar 16, 2025. Learn how to implement SCD Type 4 in Azure SQL Database using a structured approach with staging, dimension, and history tables. This guide covers real-world use cases, SQL implementation, and execution scenarios for efficient historical data management.
• High Performance of LoggerMessage in Microsoft.Extensions.LoggingMar 08, 2025. LoggerMessage in Microsoft.Extensions.Logging provides high-performance logging by reducing memory allocations and improving efficiency. Unlike traditional logging methods, it uses precompiled delegates to format log messages, making it faster.
• Setting Up Microsoft Entra Service Principal for Azure RBAC and Connecting to Fabric SQL DatabaseMar 03, 2025. This article explains creating a Service Principal, assigning role-based access, and securely authenticating to the database, ensuring seamless integration and enhanced security in your Azure environment.
• Real-Time Anomaly Detection in Server Logs with .NET 9 and ML.NETFeb 28, 2025. This article explores machine learning techniques to identify unusual patterns, detect errors, and enhance system monitoring. Improve server performance and security with AI-driven log analysis in .NET applications.
• Remove IIS Log Files (2-2) --- Add "Log on as a batch job" Right to a userFeb 27, 2025. This article is a server management.
• Remove IIS Log Files (4-2) --- Make Server Allows ports for PowerShell RemotingFeb 27, 2025. This article will discuss to Make Server Allows ports for PowerShell Remoting
• Eliminating Unnecessary DELETE OperationsFeb 28, 2025. SQL Server performance issues often stem from easy fix bottle necks that can be fixed with the right tuning strategies. This short blog will focus on the DELETE statement.
• Remove IIS Log Files (4-3) --- AWS security group on the ec2 needs to Allows ports for PowerShell RemotingFeb 27, 2025. This article will discuss AWS security group on the ec2 needs to Allows ports for PowerShell Remoting
• Automate Email Sending Using SSIS Script TaskFeb 28, 2025. This article is about Automate Email Sending Using SSIS Script Task
• Azure SQL Database: Scalable & Secure Cloud SolutionFeb 26, 2025. Azure SQL Database is a fully managed cloud database service by Microsoft, offering high availability, scalability, security, AI-driven performance tuning, automated backups, threat protection, and seamless integration with Azure services.
• Boost SQL Server Performance with Memory-Optimized TablesFeb 25, 2025. Memory-optimized table variables in SQL Server provide a powerful way to enhance query performance by leveraging In-Memory OLTP. Unlike traditional table variables, they reduce disk I/O and improve execution speed.
• Remove IIS Log Files (4-1) --- Managing Sensitive Info in AWSFeb 24, 2025. This article will discuss parameter store and Secret Manger in AWS
• Getting Started with EF Core: Part 1Feb 24, 2025. Entity Framework Core (EF Core) is a powerful ORM for .NET applications, simplifying database interactions. In this comprehensive guide (Part 1), we’ll cover the basics, including setup, configuration, and the code-first approach.
• Entity Framework Core 9: Ultimate Performance Tuning & Best PracticeFeb 21, 2025. Entity Framework is a versatile and powerful ORM, but its performance depends on how it’s used. By following these best practices and leveraging the new features in .NET 9, you can build high-performance applications that scale efficiently.
• Remove IIS Log Files (2-1) --- Handle Group User AccountsFeb 19, 2025. This article is a server management.
• Various Methods to Count Occurrences of Each Number in Array or ListFeb 17, 2025. In this article, I'll show you different ways to count how often a number appears in C#. We'll look at methods like LINQ, Dictionary, GroupBy, and Parallel.ForEach, and see which ones work best for small and large datasets.
• Power of Dapper in .Net Core Feb 16, 2025. Dapper is a high-performance micro ORM for .NET Core, known for its speed and efficiency in database access. It simplifies SQL execution, object mapping, and data retrieval while maintaining flexibility.
• Explaining Aggregate Functions in SQLFeb 14, 2025. Learn about SQL Aggregate Functions like SUM, COUNT, AVG, MIN, and MAX. These functions help perform calculations on grouped data, such as finding totals, averages, and minimum or maximum values, making data analysis more efficient.
• Databricks Unity Catalog: Mastering Metastore and NamespaceFeb 10, 2025. Databricks Unity Catalog provides a unified governance layer with a three-level namespace (Catalog, Schema, Table) for efficient data organization, access control, and sharing across workspaces, improving security and collaboration.
• Getting Started with dbt (Data Build Tool) in Microsoft FabricFeb 10, 2025. In this article, we will learn how to get started with DBT (Data Build Tool) in Microsoft Fabric for efficient data transformation and modeling.
• Explain SSIS Designer for NewbiesFeb 07, 2025. Learn how to create and manage SSIS packages using SSIS Designer in SQL Server Data Tools (SSDT). Explore key components like Control Flow, Data Flow, Parameters, Event Handlers, Package Explorer, and Connection Managers.
• Reduce NULL Storage in SQL Server with Sparse ColumnsFeb 05, 2025. SQL Server Sparse Columns optimize storage by not allocating space for NULL values, improving efficiency. They support filtered indexes and column sets for dynamic queries but add a 4-byte overhead for non-NULL values, requiring careful use.
• How to Enable Logging in Amazon S3Feb 05, 2025. This article covers everything from configuring logging settings to tracking and storing access logs. Monitor your S3 bucket activity, improve security auditing, and streamline troubleshooting with AWS S3 logs.
• Set up dbt for Fabric SQL DatabaseFeb 04, 2025. Learn how to set up and use the dbt-sqlserver adapter for Microsoft Fabric SQL Database to transform data, run models, and validate results using dbt’s SQL-based transformation framework.
• A Better .NET SQL Builder: KnightMoves.SqlObjectsFeb 04, 2025. KnightMoves.SqlObjects is a .NET SQL builder that is built entirely on objects, making it orders of magnitude more powerful and feature-rich than any string manipulating SQL builder could ever be. If you use SQL in your .NET application with ORMs like Dapper, for example, this library is for you.
• Unlocking the Power of SQL for ETL Feb 03, 2025. SQL is crucial in ETL processes, enabling data extraction, transformation, and loading into databases, data warehouses, or lakes. It helps in real-time analytics, reporting, and machine learning, making it essential for data engineers.
• Shared Function Use Cases in VB .NETJan 31, 2025. Explore the use cases of Shared Functions in VB.NET. Learn how to implement static methods to improve code efficiency, optimize performance, and handle utility tasks.
• ETL Pipeline using Microsoft SQL Server Integration ServicesJan 31, 2025. This article is about building ETL (Extraction, Transformation and Loading) pipeline using SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS).
• Installing and Using GitHub Copilot in Azure Data StudioJan 31, 2025. Azure Data Studio helps manage databases and write SQL queries. With GitHub Copilot, it auto-suggests code completions, making complex SQL tasks easier, including writing queries, using JOINs, and generating reports efficiently.
• Exploring Snowflake SQL New Capabilities Using SELECT StatementJan 29, 2025. Learn how to leverage new features for efficient data querying, optimization, and advanced analytics in Snowflake’s cloud data platform. Perfect for data professionals.
• Understanding Precision in SQL Server CalculationsJan 24, 2025. Learn why SQL Server calculations can produce different results depending on the approach used. Discover how single-step and multiple-step calculations handle precision and rounding, and how to achieve consistent outcomes with explicit rounding.
• How to Fix Recovery Pending State in MS SQL Server DatabaseJan 24, 2025. Learn about the causes of SQL Server's "Recovery Pending" state, methods to resolve it, and preventive measures. Explore manual fixes, recovery tools, and best practices to ensure database integrity.
• Differences Between TRUNCATE and DELETE in SQL ServerJan 22, 2025. Learn the key differences between TRUNCATE and DELETE in SQL Server, two commands used to remove data from tables. Understand their syntax, performance impact, transaction logging, and use cases.
• Protect Your Secrets with Azure Key VaultJan 22, 2025. Azure Key Vault securely manages sensitive information like API keys, credentials, and database connection strings. It supports encryption, programmatic access, and automatic secret rotation, and integrates with Azure's security features.
• How to Implement Search Function in PowerAppsJan 22, 2025. Learn how to implement a dynamic search function in Power Apps to filter data from sources like SharePoint. This article covers step-by-step instructions for adding search features, improving usability, and boosting app performance.
• How to Create A Pivot Table in PostgreSQLJan 22, 2025. This article covers using crosstab functions, grouping, and SQL queries to pivot rows into columns, making it easier to analyze complex datasets. Perfect for data analysis and reporting tasks in PostgreSQL.