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In earlier versions of SQL Server, after selecting a join algorithm, SQL Server had to process it even if a better alternative might be available. In SQL Server 2017, the query optimizer can now sense ...

Dynamic SQL lets you create a query string based off of user input. SQL Server allows you to create dynamic SQL statements. The statements use a SQL string varchar data type, then you execute the ...

SQL is the leading language for developing and querying databases, but it has a few quirks.In my last article, I shared 7 SQL mistakes to avoid.Now, let’s take a look at 9 best practices for ...