In this article, I will walk you through professional-grade methods for performing cross-table updates in SQL Server, from standard joins to advanced merge logic. SQL Server Update Table From Another Table Manual updates are out of the question for anything over a dozen rows. We need a way to tell SQL Server: “Look at Table … Read more
In this article, I’m going to walk you through the professional methods I use to track down exactly who updated a table in SQL Server. We will move from the “quick ” checks to the robust, proactive ways. How To Find Who Updated The Table In SQL Server The Reality of SQL Server Tracking By … Read more
One challenge consistently pops up: How do you generate INSERT statements from an existing SQL Server table without losing your mind?. Today, I’m going to share my professional blueprint for automating this process. Generate Insert Statements From Table SQL Server Generating these statements serves three primary purposes: Method 1: The “SSMS Script Data” Wizard (The … Read more
With the recent release of SSMS 22, Microsoft has fundamentally changed how we install, update, and interact with our SQL environments. In this comprehensive tutorial, I’ll walk you through everything you need to know about the latest version of SSMS. SSMS Latest Version What is New in SSMS 22? SSMS has moved to the Visual … Read more
In this article, I’m going to show you the authoritative ways to get row counts in SQL Server—ranging from the slow-but-accurate to the lightning-fast methods. SQL Get Number Of Rows In Table Method 1: The Standard COUNT(*) (Best for Small Tables) Let’s start with the basics. If you are working with a configuration table or … Read more
In this article, I’m going to walk you through how to recover a deleted table in SQL Server without a Backup to help you recover your data without a .bak file. How to Recover a Deleted Table in SQL Server Without a Backup Your Immediate Recovery Checklist: Understanding the “Magic” of the Transaction Log Most … Read more
Whether you are troubleshooting a slow-running query, knowing how to get the primary key of a table in SQL Server is a non-negotiable skill. Today, I will discuss how I navigate system catalogs and metadata to find these keys. Get Primary Key Of Table SQL Server If you’re a developer or a DBA, you need … Read more
Knowing exactly which SSMS Version you are running is the first step toward a stable environment. In this guide, I will show you how to check your SSMS version using multiple professional methods. How To Check SSMS Version Method 1: The “Help > About” Menu (The Golden Standard) This is the most direct and authoritative … Read more
Showing line numbers in SSMS is a professional necessity for debugging, collaboration, and code reviews. In this article, I will walk you through the authoritative steps to enable and master line numbers across your entire SSMS environment. How To Show Line Numbers In SSMS Step 1: Open the Options Menu Launch SSMS and connect to … Read more
In this article, I’m going to walk you through everything you need to know to master Window Functions in SQL Server. We’ll cover the syntax, the different types of functions, and why they are often superior to traditional aggregation. Window Functions in SQL Server What are Window Functions? At its core, a Window Function performs … Read more