Category: Data Analysis
Posts on ad hoc analysis and reporting.
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A Guide to Searching With System Tables
Your database doesn’t just contain your data. It also contains data about your data. Here’s how to use System Tables to search
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Databases Are Like Dance Classes
As I was having a hard time switching off from work this week, I thought: a ballet lesson would be a great way to discuss database concepts
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SQL Concepts From A to Z
This post covers the SQL concepts that pop up during training. If you have a junior analyst in your life, keep reading
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Improve SQL Query Performance by Using Indexes
Scanning millions of rows each time you run a query is going be time-consuming and tedious. That’s where SQL indexes come in
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Relational Joins Without Venn Diagrams
SQL Joins are the first big learning curve after getting your head around the basics
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10 Ways To Customise SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS)
SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) is a highly customisable tool, here’s 10 ways to make it work best for you