Microsoft has introduced a new sample database WideWorldImporters specifically for SQL Server 2016. Let us take a look at how to download and restore SQL Server 2016 WideWorldImporters Sample Database. Steps...
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Chetna BhallaMastering FORMATMESSAGE in SQL Server 2016: Ad-Hoc String Formatting
In Part 9 of our series, we explore the FORMATMESSAGE enhancement in SQL Server 2016. Moving beyond predefined system messages, developers can now format ad-hoc strings directly in T-SQL. Learn why this function is...
Ashish Kumar MehtaCOMPRESS and DECOMPRESS T-SQL Enhancement in SQL Server 2016
Learn how to implement native GZIP compression in SQL Server 2016 using COMPRESS and DECOMPRESS functions. This guide covers syntax, storage benefits, and performance trade-offs when handling large text, JSON, or XML...
ALTER DATABASE SET AUTOGROW_ALL_FILES T-SQL Enhancement in SQL Server 2016
Learn how to enable AUTOGROW_ALL_FILES in SQL Server 2016 and higher versions to optimize the proportional fill algorithm. Eliminate disk I/O hotspots and TempDB contention by ensuring all files in a filegroup grow...
AUTOGROW_SINGLE_FILE in SQL Server 2016: Syntax & TF 1117 Comparison
Learn how to use AUTOGROW_SINGLE_FILE in SQL Server 2016 to manage database file growth. This guide compares the new T-SQL enhancement to legacy Trace Flag 1117, explaining how to optimize storage while avoiding I/O...
Download SQL Server 2016 Developer Edition for Free
SQL Server 2016 Download Developer Edition for Free Microsoft announced the release of the Release to Manufacturing (RTM) version of SQL Server 2016 on June 1, 2016. The good news is that you can download SQL Server...
