Optimizing Delta table performance is one of the most common challenges in Fabric environments. In this first post, we establish the starting point: the test environment, the methodology, and the metrics we will use throughout the series to evaluate each optimization technique. Introduction For all Read More

If you manage databases on Azure SQL Database or Azure SQL Managed Instance, you’ll want to pay attention to this one. Microsoft has announced two major TLS changes that directly impact the security and connectivity of your cloud databases: The definitive retirement of TLS 1.0 Read More

One of the biggest bottlenecks in application development is API creation. Even though there are very powerful frameworks, they still require time, maintenance, and an additional layer of complexity. This is where Data API Builder (DAB) comes into play — a tool that shifts the Read More

Introduction SQL Server Management Studio 22 (SSMS 22) marks a shift in Microsoft’s database administration tool. With its release as a stable version at the end of 2025 and its subsequent updates, it introduces improvements aimed at both productivity and integration with new technologies. In Read More

As we already know, SQL Server 2025 has been part of our catalog since late 2025. This new version introduces significant enhancements to Intelligent Query Processing (IQP). These innovations focus on automating tasks, reducing the need for manual tuning, and optimizing performance through the use Read More

Last week we attended the Microsoft AI Tour Madrid, where Satya Nadella put a key topic for regulated organizations on the table: digital sovereignty. For those who want the official context, this Microsoft summary explains it very clearly: Artificial intelligence and digital sovereignty take center Read More

Introduction For many years, working with text in SQL Server has been a frustrating task. While some engines offered advanced support for regular expressions, others had to rely on combinations of LIKE, PATINDEX, CHARINDEX, or even CLR functions to solve relatively common problems. In 2025, Read More