Amazon RDS (Relational Database Service) for MySQL is a fully managed database service designed to simplify the deployment, management, and scaling of MySQL databases in the cloud. The service is an attractive option because of its high availability and durability...
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MySQL Functions vs. Stored Procedures
Leveraging the right tools at the right time is crucial for optimizing performance, ensuring data integrity, and simplifying development processes. Two critical components in this landscape are MySQL functions and stored procedures. While both offer ways to...
Resolving libprotobuf Error in MySQL Server 8.0+
Encountering errors in the world of database management is a common scenario that often requires immediate attention. An error concerning 'libprotobuf' is associated with MySQL server 8.0 and later. libprotobuf is a library developed by Google for working with...
How to Build a CockroachDB Sandbox on Windows
Setting up a lab environment on your local machine to run CockroachDB is very helpful for learning about this exciting database platform and testing applications locally. This article outlines the procedure for setting up a local installation of CockroachDB on a...
Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio vs Azure Data Studio
Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) and Azure Data Studio are two popular database management tools, each with strengths and weaknesses. Let's compare and contrast these applications based on several key factors to help users make an informed decision....
Guide to Resolving Unable to Shrink Log File Issue in SQL Server
Encountering issues when trying to shrink the log file in SQL Server can lead to bloated database files, reduced storage efficiency, and potential performance degradation. This comprehensive guide provides detailed instructions on troubleshooting and resolving this...
Comprehensive Guide to Migrating SQL Server to Amazon RDS
Migrating an SQL Server to Amazon Relational Database Service (RDS) can significantly enhance scalability, reliability, and cost-effectiveness. This comprehensive guide provides in-depth information about the prerequisites, challenges, and benefits of this migration,...
Online Table Redefinition with dbms_redefinition in Oracle
Understanding Online Table Redefinition The dbms_redefinition process, known as Online Table Redefinition, is a process that transforms a table's structure, allowing database administrators to make changes such as adding or removing columns, modifying data types, or...
AWS IP Addresses No Longer Free
One of AWS's excellent features is that public IP addresses, known as Elastic IPs, have been free as long as they were assigned to a resource. That is about to change on February 1, 2024. All Elastic IPs will be charged at $0.005 per hour while allocated to your...
How to Move to the Cloud Without a Plan (and Why You Shouldn’t)
In this blog post, I will tell you the hilarious story of how XYZ Inc. moved to the cloud without a plan and how it backfired spectacularly. I will also share some tips to avoid making the same mistakes and get the most out of the cloud if you decide to go for it. But...