Brent Ozar 8/18/2026

Throwback Review: Using the Original SQL Server Debugger

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Brent Ozar takes a trip down memory lane to review the original SQL Server debugger console, a hardware device from the 1990s that plugged into PS/2 ports. He explains how it worked alongside Profiler to debug queries, highlighting its unique jog/shuttle dial and variable inspection capabilities. The post also touches on the community's long-standing request to bring back the debugger in SSMS, offering a humorous yet informative look at the evolution of SQL Server debugging tools.

Throwback Review: Using the Original SQL Server Debugger

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