SQL Dependency Tracker^™

Latest version: 2.5

Visualizes MS SQL Server object dependencies

"Red Gate has once again developed a tool that will allow me to cross one of my most overwhelming tasks off my to-do list. Dependency Tracker allows me to do something I never thought possible; I can actually see my database – in all its awesome complexity."Bernard Sheppard, Founder, Sheppard Consulting

SQL Dependency Tracker allows you to dynamically explore all your database object dependencies, using a range of graphical layouts. You can analyze large Microsoft SQL 2000, 2005 and 2008 databases and produce an easy-to-read dependency diagram for thorough pre-impact analysis of all database changes. The fast and simple visual rendering of database structures includes a draggable "overview" window to enable very rapid navigation through large databases, plus clipboard functions for saving and printing your target diagrams.

Tracking dependencies by hand traditionally relies on the personal knowledge of whoever designed the database in the first place. If that person has moved on or is indisposed, business continuity suffers. Automated SQL Server dependency tracking and reporting minimizes downtime and ensures business continuity.

Tasks rendered dramatically faster by SQL Dependency Tracker include:

• Quickly visualizing areas of complexity with dependency diagrams and text-based dependency checker
• Tracking down potential "collateral damage" before you push database changes through
• Simple documentation of object dependencies for archiving, reporting, version control, and auditing

Features include:

• Fast dependency graphs mapping all SQL 2000, 2005 and 2008 objects
• Powerful interactive graphical display in six zoomable layout modes
• Print directly from the diagram or export as PDF
• Proprietary dependency engine, independent of Microsoft sysdepends table