18/04/2024

Trying to gauge the workload of a database on any given day can pose quite a challenge. A straightforward question supported by basic Database Activity Monitoring might not yield an insightful answer if it’s stripped of context, cluttered with arbitrary numbers, and missing crucial details.

So, what’s the right way to address this query?

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• Microsoft SQL
• Oracle
• Performance Monitor
• PostgreSQL

11/04/2024

It may seem that the companies entangled in the web of Oracle and its ecosystem have a limited set of options when it comes to performance tuning. It’s either – pay for extra functionalities and navigate Oracle’s complex licensing, risking non-compliance penalties. This often leads to a conservative approach to optimization, stifling innovation due to the fear of overstepping licensing terms.

But do we always have to go the hard way? 

There’s a much simpler route that doesn’t involve trembling with fear of clicking the wrong thing. That’s what we will be talking about today. 

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• Oracle
• Performance Monitor

04/04/2024

In April 2024, we published another version of the Performance Monitor for Oracle, Microsoft SQL Server, PostgreSQL, and SAP Hana…

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14/03/2024

A database deadlock occurs when two or more transactions in a database system hold locks on resources the others need. Each transaction waits for the others to release their locks, and just like two drivers who are not sure who has the right of way, none can proceed.

It would be lovely to be able to enumerate the causes of a database deadlock and address all of them. Sadly, it’s way too complex. It can be said, though, that a database deadlock is most likely to stem from poor application design, lack of proper transaction management, or the inevitable complexity of highly concurrent systems.

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• Oracle
• Performance Monitor

29/02/2024

Today’s story is about a leader in the automotive spare parts market, spanning 17 European countries, grappling with a significant challenge. They faced the daunting task of managing delayed reporting, ensuring consistency across diverse markets, and customizing reports with limited flexibility. This scenario led to delayed data updates. This, in turn, caused frustration and inefficiency.

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• Data Replicator