For those of you still using SQL Server 2005, Microsoft will completely end support on April 12th 2016. You can head over here to check out upgrade guidelines, download migration tools, and read more ...

Microsoft releases SSMA v10.5 to enhance SQL Server and Azure SQL migrations. AI-assisted code conversion improves Oracle and SAP ASE compatibility and reliability. Updated migration tooling supports ...

Abstract: Translating Oracle PL/SQL into BigQuery SQL (BQ-SQL) is a persistent obstacle in data-platform migration. We present a semi-automated, human-in-the-loop workflow that orchestrates large ...

SQL Server backups cannot be restored to older versions directly. Use Export and Import Data-Tier Application for cross-version database migration. Reconfigure permissions, logins, and connection ...

Unlock the full InfoQ experience by logging in! Stay updated with your favorite authors and topics, engage with content, and download exclusive resources. Cory Benfield discusses the evolution of ...

In this blog, we’ll walk you through what’s new across these services so you can plan your upgrade holistically and unlock the full potential of SQL Server 2025. Announcing SQL Server 2025—empowering ...

Abstract: Generating accurate SQL from users’ natural language questions (text-to-SQL) remains a long-standing challenge due to the complexities involved in user question understanding, database ...

Platform processes 22B+ records daily, boosts speed, security, and insights Move supports MTN’s cloud strategy, AI use, and workforce upskilling MTN Group said on October 31 it had completed the ...

The recent “HITS in the cloud” webinar, hosted by Altron Digital Business and Microsoft South Africa, had a single message: SQL Server remains at the centre of enterprise operations. SQL is ubiquitous ...

Microsoft has launched online migration for Azure Database for PostgreSQL Flexible Server. The company says it’ll help organizations move databases with minimal downtime. The feature supports ...