There are no advantages to using old-style join syntax. If SQL prompt identifies its use in legacy code, then rewriting the statements to use ANSI-standard join syntax will simplify and improve the code.Read more
Chris Unwin describes a strategy, using data masking, cloned databases and PowerShell, which will allow you to sanitize data before provisioning test or development environments.Read more
SQL Prompt will warn you if it spots use of EXECUTE, without specifying the schema in which the stored procedure resides, because it can cause slower execution times, or even result in running of the wrong procedure.Read more
Jon Hayman shows you how to set up Redgate Monitor to monitor Azure-based clustered SQL Server instances right alongside your on-premise clusters. Read more
While everyone knows SQL Prompt for its code completion and IntelliSense features, a lot of its extra value comes from features that allow the development team to standardize coding practices and drive up code quality.Read more
SQL Clone 2.4 incorporates a new T-SQL script runner that the team can use to mask sensitive or personal data, or to modify security and other configuration settings, prior to creating a clone. Read more
You could think of SQL Prompt code analysis as a machine-assisted code review. The rules that are used to check your code point out questionable areas that might be missed during regular testing.Read more