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APAC Rundeck by PagerDuty Meetup - February 2025

Feb 28, 2025 By PagerDuty In PagerDuty
Join us for an informal 1-hour virtual event where the open-source Rundeck by PagerDuty community comes together to share automation stories and use cases. Whether you're new to Rundeck or looking to elevate your automation game, this meetup is packed with valuable takeaways for everyone! Automating with Rundeck for Smarter Operations Jade Chen, Associate DevOps Engineer at MYOB, shares how Rundeck by PagerDuty is a powerful ally for enhancing team’s efficiency and improving customer service through automation features and remote API calls.
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NPT 2714 Hardware Overview

Feb 28, 2025 By Ribbon In Ribbon
The NPT 2714 is a high-capacity, fully redundant IP aggregation router designed by Ribbon, featuring a unique architecture that combines the modular capabilities of traditional systems with the efficiency and simplicity of fixed systems. The innovative design of the NPT 2714 enables operational continuity, allowing for flexible upgrades and expansion without service interruptions. Key features include in-service upgradeability from 7.2 to 14.4 terabits per second, nine front-accessible I/O cards, and various operational interfaces.
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How To Monitor Server Uptime

Feb 28, 2025 By Lauren Barnes In MetricFire
Keeping your servers online is always important for the health of your business and keeping users happy. Essentially, if you are keeping an eye on your servers, you can proactively fix problems before they blow up rather than fighting them as they arise. Setting all this up can be a breeze or a bit of a headache, depending on your servers, what metrics you're tracking, and your expertise. Either way, MetricFire’s got your back!
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DigitalOcean Vs. AWS: Which Solution Offers The Best Value?

Feb 28, 2025 By Cody Slingerland In CloudZero
Whether you’re a startup looking for simplicity or an enterprise needing high-performance scalability, this guide breaks down the key differences between DigitalOcean vs. AWS — pricing, features, use cases, and more. We’ll start with a quick overview of each provider. And, right away, you’ll notice their different focus areas, target customers, and what makes each platform unique.
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Best Data Integration Tools for 2025: Features, Pricing, and Use Cases

Feb 27, 2025 By Victoria Collins In Devart
Dealing with different data sources without efficient data integration tools turns valuable information into a liability. These solutions give you a unified view of your data, eliminating silos and ensuring data consistency, accuracy, and accessibility. But, where do you start? Navigating the 2025 data integration market, with the shift towards scalable cloud platforms, self-service integrations, and AI automation, can be tough.
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Data Types in SQL Server: A Complete Guide to Choosing and Using Them

Feb 27, 2025 By Victoria Collins In Devart
SQL Server data types are the foundation upon which your entire database structure rests. They define the kind of data you can store in each column, from simple integers and text strings to complex date/time values and binary data. Picking the right SQL data type means your data is stored efficiently, queries run fast, and your information stays accurate. Using an overly large data type wastes space and slows things down, while using a too small type risks data loss or errors.
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7 Best Tools to Compare Two SQL Server Databases - Free and Paid

Feb 27, 2025 By Dereck Mushingairi In Devart
As someone who’s worked with SQL Server databases, you know there’s no margin for error. A single discrepancy between environments can cascade into a failed deployment, broken workflows, or inaccurate reports. And let’s face it, manually comparing schemas and data isn’t just tedious; it’s risky. This is where industry-leading database comparison tools come to the rescue, turning a frustrating, time-consuming process into a smooth and efficient one.
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SQL DROP INDEX Statement With Syntax, Examples

Feb 27, 2025 By Victoria Collins In Devart
SQL Server DROP INDEX is a command you’ll find yourself using regularly as you manage and optimize your databases. Indexes are important for performance, but they’re not a “set it and forget it” kind of thing. Sometimes, an index becomes obsolete, redundant, or even detrimental. That’s when you need to know how to use the DROP INDEX SQL statement effectively.
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SQL Server GET DATE Function: Usage and Practical Applications

Feb 27, 2025 By Victoria Collins In Devart
The SQL Server GETDATE() function grabs the current date and time of the server down to the millisecond. This makes it perfect for general timestamping, logging events, and simple date/time math. But what about time zones or when you need a rock-solid, consistent timestamp? Is GETDATE() enough, or do you need something else, like CURRENT_TIMESTAMP? In this article, we’ll show you how and when to use GETDATE() in SQL.
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