In earlier versions of SQL Server, after selecting a join algorithm, SQL Server had to process it even if a better alternative might be available. In SQL Server 2017, the query optimizer can now sense ...

SQL Server developers must understand two things: the difference between inner and outer JOINs and the effect of NULLs upon these choices. This tip addresses both subjects.

In response to previous SQL lessons, TechRepublic members including Michael M. and Jason P. have posted comments requesting a basic explanation of the types of JOINs available in SQL.

Although the SQL Procedure Pass-Through Facility has always passed joins to the DBMS, it is now possible to pass joins to the DBMS without using Pass-Through. Beginning in Version 7, the LIBNAME ...

PolyBase was introduced with SQL Server 2016, which added Transact-SQL querying capabilities from Hadoop, and also the ability to join SQL Server data.

Microsoft and Swiss banking systems provider Temenos have joined forces to push SQL Server in the banking sector, the companies said on Thursday. SQL Server will be used as part of Temenos’ core ...