In any database, mismanagement of transactions often leads to contention and performance problems in systems that have many users. As the number of users that access the data increases, it becomes important to have applications that use transactions efficiently. This guide describes the locking and row versioning mechanisms the SQL Server Database Engine uses to ensure the physical integrity of each transaction and provides information on how applications can control transactions efficiently.
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In this article, we look at various ways to convert problematic data in SQL Server by using TRY_CAST, TRY_CONVERT, and TRY_PARSE.
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Redgate’s database cloning technology is getting an upgrade: Multi-RDBMS, instance-level clones, and support for containerized workflows. Automate DevOps test data for fast quality releases across your software organization. Learn more and gain first access by joining the early access program!
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Learn how to use Python code with Azure Data Studio to work with SQL Server data.
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We're recognizing the individuals in the database community for their work, online influence and thought leadership in our inaugural list of influencers: The Redgate 100.
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Learn about more of the T-SQL language changes in SQL Server 2022 to LTRIM, RTRIM, TRIM, GET_BIT, SET_BIT, LEFT_SHIFT, RIGHT_SHIFT, BIT_COUNT and more.
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Learn why Becton Dickinson has selected DBDefence to protect their SQL Server data across numerous medical devices in a cost effective manner.
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