Take an in-depth look at the internals of the SQL Server Storage Engine—with advice from a popular author and SQL Server expert. Database developers and administrators get best practices, pragmatic advice, and code samples to help master the intricacies of creating and maintaining enterprise relational databases.
Discover how to:
Upgrade or migrate to SQL Server 2005 and choose configuration optionsControl space allocation for databases and files manually or automaticallyManage transaction logs to maximize efficient restore operations and data consistencyObserve the internal structures of clustered and nonclustered indexesBuild and partition relational indexes and tablesExplore internal storage issues and compare fixed- and variable-length datatypesDetect and correct index fragmentationImplement and manage an appropriate concurrency model using locking or row versioning
PLUS—Get code samples on the Web.
Kalen Delaney, a Microsoft MVP for SQL Server since 1993, provides advanced SQL Server training to clients worldwide. She is a contributing editor and columnist for SQL Server Magazine and the author of several highly regarded books, including Microsoft SQL Server 2008 Internals.
Kalen Delaney, a Microsoft MVP for SQL Server since 1993, provides advanced SQL Server training to clients worldwide. She is a contributing editor and columnist for SQL Server Magazine and the author of several highly regarded books, including Microsoft SQL Server 2008 Internals.