Posts by Sainatha Reddy K

Keys vs Indexes in SQL Server: Architecture and Behavior

In SQL Server environments, confusion between keys and indexes remains a common and often overlooked issue. Although closely related, keys and indexes serve different purposes, and treating them as interchangeable…

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Speeding Up SQL Server Operations with Instant File Initialization (IFI)

In SQL Server environments, routine administrative operations such as database restores, data file growth, and the addition of new data files can become increasingly time-consuming as databases grow in size…

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Always On Availability Group – Database in Recovery Pending

Introduction / Issue During routine monitoring of SQL Server Always On Availability Groups, one of the secondary replica databases was found in a NOT SYNCHRONIZING state. Upon further investigation, its…

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SQL Server – TempDB Transaction Log Full

Introduction / Issue During routine operations, SQL Server encountered a critical issue where TempDB’s transaction log became full due to an active transaction. This led to application timeouts, inability to…

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Understanding SQL Server Execution Plans: A Beginner’s Guide

SQL Server execution plans are valuable tools for developers and database administrators aiming to optimize query performance.

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SQL Server Indexes: The Ultimate GPS for Your Data Journey

We all have noticed how some SQL Server queries feel like a luxury express train, zooming to their destination, while others resemble a sluggish car through traffic jams?

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Conquering Primary Key Violation – SQL Server Replication

Transactional replication in SQL Server is a robust feature that allows you to replicate data from a primary database (publisher) to one or more secondary databases (subscribers). While this is…

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Buffer Pool Parallel Scan: SQL Server 2022’s Answer to High-Memory Optimization

Introduction In today’s data-driven world, database performance is crucial for business success. SQL Server 2022 introduces significant advancements, including the Buffer Pool Parallel Scan feature, designed to optimize performance on…

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