There are two files that make up this project. The first is Schema.sql in the ExtractDB folder. This script extracts the schema information from your source database using the SQL Server system table ...

Figure 6. We have really just dipped our toe into the water that is using SMO with PowerShell to explore and report on various portions of SQL server and its database and tables. We can also do things ...

Spread the loveRestoring a SQL Database Backup Using SQL Server Management Studio A SQL database backup is an essential safeguard against data loss or corruption in your SQL database. Having a backup ...

On the computer to which you want to copy the database (the destination computer), connect to the instance of SQL Server on which you plan to restore the database. If needed, on the destination server ...

Scott Stephens creates a package that allows you to clone most database objects with dynamic SQL.

Get tips for updating to Microsoft SQL Server 2014, including using SLQ's Copy Database Wizard and a checklist with key tasks to complete during your migration plan.

SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) is the principal interface for working with Microsoft SQL Server. However, many subtleties of this powerful tool evade even the most seasoned professionals.

Let me explain. Traditionally, SQL Distributed Management Objects (DMO) and SMO have been complicated enough to code that many DBAs stayed away from them.