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Update a referenced column in a MERGE statement

Here's how to update a referenced column in a MERGE statement. Continue Reading
Identifying fragmented indexes that should be rebuilt

This tip will help address performance issues when Oracle stops using indexes on highly volatile tables. It identifies indexes that are fragmented and should be rebuilt. Continue Reading
Compile all invalid objects

Script to compile all invalid dependent objects at once. Continue Reading
How to avoid 'mutating table' errors

A "mutating table" error can be avoided by writing a procedure/function that declares the pragma autonomous_transaction. Continue Reading

Fivetran data connectors boost enterprise data integration

An enterprise data integration vendor is building out its suite of data connectors with updates for organizations to create data ...

Informatica takes Customer 360 master data management to cloud

Updated MDM service benefits from integrations with the broader cloud-native Informatica platform that is built on top of a ...

Graph database vs. relational database: Key differences

Relational databases and graph databases both focus on the relationships between data but not in the same ways. Here are some key...

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Partnership enables Alteryx users to prep data in Snowflake

Alteryx and a rising cloud data warehouse vendor unveiled a new partnership that will enable joint customers to more easily and ...

Key differences in uses of DataOps vs. DevOps

As with DevOps, DataOps hinges on cooperation between teams and breaking down silos within an organization with the focus of ...

Data storytelling a key part of Yellowfin analytics platform

Data storytelling remains a focal point for Yellowfin. Stories, the vendor's narrative generation tool, features heavily in both ...

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More SAP leadership changes as Fox-Martin exits

SAP shuffles the executive ranks again as head of SAP customer success Adaire Fox-Martin leaves and ex-Microsoft Azure leader ...

SAP Commerce Cloud dresses up digital storefronts

SAP Commerce Cloud is designed to help companies launch digital commerce sites, which may be useful for large enterprises and ...

SAP Business Network, S/4HANA critical for SAP in 2021

SAP's 2021 will be a mix of familiar challenges such as moving customers off legacy systems to S/4HANA and new opportunities such...

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SQL Server database design best practices and tips for DBAs

Good database design is a must to meet processing needs in SQL Server systems. In a webinar, consultant Koen Verbeeck offered ...

SQL Server in Azure database choices and what they offer users

SQL Server databases can be moved to the Azure cloud in several different ways. Here's what you'll get from each of the options ...

Using a LEFT OUTER JOIN vs. RIGHT OUTER JOIN in SQL

In this book excerpt, you'll learn LEFT OUTER JOIN vs. RIGHT OUTER JOIN techniques and find various examples for creating SQL ...

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What's in a name? What developers can expect in Jakarta EE 9

What Oracle called the Java EE API is now called Jakarta EE API under the Eclipse Foundation. Here's what developers can expect ...

Test your knowledge of variable naming conventions

What's the difference between snake case and camel case? Or kebab case and pascal case? Try this 10-question variable naming quiz...

Why GitHub renamed its master branch to main

The GitHub master branch is no more. Developers used to think it was untouchable, but that's not the case. Here's why GitHub made...

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Get a template to estimate server power consumption per rack

Admins can struggle with power consumption estimation as infrastructure gets more complex. The kW-per-rack metric can help ...

When the chips are down, Intel turns to VMware's Pat Gelsinger

Newly appointed Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger brings technical chops to the top of the giant chipmaker, but it may take a while to ...

Intel CEO Bob Swan to be replaced by VMware's Pat Gelsinger

Facing delays of critical products along with superior offerings by AMD and Nvidia the past couple of years, Intel CEO is ...

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What is the future of ECM?

ECM isn't dead; it has evolved from a technology into an approach. Learn about the history of the ECM and look forward into the ...

5 steps to a successful ECM implementation

Implementing an ECM system is a major undertaking. Check out these steps to get on the right track before you jump into the ...

How to develop an ECM strategy and roadmap

Without an ECM roadmap, an organization's strategy can get muddled and disorganized. Understand the steps and strategies to ...

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How HR can help promote a caring culture

HR's role has become increasingly strategic and part of that requires focusing on truly supporting employees. Here's some advice ...

CES debates the future of remote work trends

CES usually has a firm grasp on future technology trends, but when it comes to remote work, the road ahead seems unclear.

Overview of SAP SuccessFactors HXM Suite

SAP SuccessFactors HXM is the next iteration of SuccessFactors HCM and is meant to help HR departments manage the entire employee...