Announcement and details for two upcoming SQLSaturday tech conferences in Copenhagen and Lisbon, featuring expert sessions on SQL Server topics.
Compares file sizes between SQL Server Extended Events and deprecated SQL Trace, finding XML format adds ~29% overhead.
A developer shares his preferred method for working with PostgreSQL, advocating for the psql command-line tool and sharing key tips and configurations.
Analysis of MongoDB v1.8's new write-ahead journaling feature, testing its performance impact on data import speeds.
Explains MongoDB's oplog, its role in replication, how to configure its size, and discusses a historical bug in version 1.6.5.
A guide on configuring MongoDB to run as a Windows service, including command setup and troubleshooting tips.
A detailed review of the SQL Server MasterClass 2010 event, covering sessions on DevOps, myth-busting, recovery, and GUID performance.
