We define the search space for a given query as the set of all the possible execution plans for that query, and any possible plan in this search space returns the same results. As discussed, the basic ...

Unlike traditional tools, SQLFlash is praised for its ease of use and educational value. "It's like having a personal SQL tutor," says one early adopter. With performance improvements averaging over ...

Ahead of Microsoft Build (and a possible SQL Server announcement), let's break down what we know and speculate about what we don't. One topic that has come up in several conversations with customers ...