(Vinod Kumar) DTS has come a long way in SQL Server 2005. The architecture of DTS has changed and transformed to the level where all users have to rethink the way DTS works from its previous versions. Nevertheless a more fresh perspective to understand this new version. I would surely consider t
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Introduction to MSSQL Server 2000 Analysis Services: Derived Measures vs. Calculated Measures
(William Pearson) In dealing with MSAS implementations on a daily basis, and especially when being called upon to tune MSAS implementations performed by others, I come across the less-than-optimal use of calculated members quite often. As most of us know, calculated members are dimensions or measure
SQL Server 2000: View Basics
(Navneeth Diwaker Naik) Views are nothing but saved SQL statements, and are sometimes referred as “Virtual Tables”. Keep in mind that Views cannot store data (except for Indexed Views); rather they only refer to data present in tables.
Implementing Web Applications with CM Information Integrator for Content and OnDemand Web Enablement Kit
(Wei-Dong Zhu) In this IBM Redbook, we deal with implementing Web applications using IBM DB2 Content Manager Information Integrator for Content Version 8 and IBM DB2 Content Manager OnDemand Web Enablement Kit. It is aimed at designers and developers of Content Manager systems. (pdf)
XML in localisation: A practical analysis
(Rodolfo M. Raya) Learn how XML standards help facilitate translation processes that involve many participants in different locations. This article focuses on the most common XML formats used in the localisation industry to show you how important XML is becoming in multilingual document exchange.
XPath Querying Over DataSets with the DataSetNavigator
(Arpan Desai) This article discusses the DataSetNavigator, which provides the power and flexibility of the XML programming model without the overhead of having to convert the entire DataSet into an XmlDataDocument object.
Schema Compare Tool for Oracle
(Barry Etter) This small VB.NET application allows you to compare Oracle database schemas against one another. This is very helpful when making sure your development instance is the same as your production instance; especially when implementing front-end changes.
ASP.NET XML Architecture
ASP.NET is quite a step forward from the original ASP. The ASP programming model is completely revamped to fit with the rest of the .NET architecture. ASP.NET presents a fully object-oriented architecture that promotes the development of well-structured, easy to maintain code and has full access to
Meet the Experts: Peggy Abelite on Stored Procedures in DB2 for z/OS and OS/390
Peggy Abelite is the lead developer and recognized industry expert on IBM DB2 for z/OS and OS/390 and stored procedures. In addition to her development work, she works closely with customers and business partners to resolve problems and questions related to stored procedures, UDF execution, network
Speed-start your Linux app 2004: Installing DB2 Version 8.1.6 for Linux
(Ian Shields) This article guides you through the steps to install IBM DB2® Universal Database Personal Edition V8.1.6, as well as the IBM Java™ Runtime Environment (JRE), with minimal fuss and frustration. Developers who are new to Linux or UNIX-based operating systems will get the most out of this