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SQL Prompt and other Tools now use a Dedicated Entra ID Application for Azure SQL Databases - Update Required

If you use Microsoft Entra ID to connect Redgate tools, such as SQL Prompt, to Azure SQL Databases, please update to the versions listed below before July 31, 2025. These versions use a new, dedicated Entra ID app to authenticate. Earlier versions use an authentication method that will no longer work after July 31st. This change only affects connections to Azure SQL Databases.

How Attending Conferences Can Boost Your Skills and Career

If you’ve ever wondered whether attending a conference is worth the time and budget, you’re not alone. But for data professionals, the right event can be a game-changer, not just for your technical skills, but for your career trajectory. At Redgate, we’ve seen firsthand how events like PASS Data Community Summit help attendees grow, connect, and return to work with fresh ideas and renewed energy.

From chaos to clarity with Grafana dashboards: How video game company EA monitors 200+ metrics

To be a successful gamer, you have to think strategically and creatively. Working as a software engineer at Electronic Arts (EA), a top video game company, requires the same skills. That’s especially true when it comes to monitoring the EA app, which is the launcher for EA games and used by hundreds of millions of people around the world.

Comparing The Top 9 Datadog Alternatives and Competitors in 2025

The rising costs and complexities of monitoring cloud infrastructure are pushing many organizations to explore alternatives to Datadog. With monthly bills sometimes reaching thousands of dollars and feature sets that can be overwhelming, teams are looking for practical, cost-effective solutions that better fit their needs.

Can Physical Media Still Be Effective for Brand Growth?

In a world filled with emails, apps, and social platforms, it might seem like physical media no longer has a place in a brand's strategy. But when used thoughtfully, physical formats can actually make a stronger impression than digital channels, especially in moments where something real, tactile, and personal stands out.

What CISOs Get Wrong About Vulnerability Scanning-and How Exposure Management Fixes It

Many CISOs managing critical infrastructure mistakenly treat vulnerability scanning as a complete solution for cyber risk reduction. While these scans are essential, relying on them alone leaves critical systems exposed to modern, sophisticated threats. Scans provide a snapshot in time-not a full picture of risk. As attackers become more agile and stealthy, this limited visibility creates blind spots, especially in high-risk industries like energy, healthcare, and telecommunications. That's where exposure management in cybersecurity steps in-not as a replacement, but as a vital evolution.

Running #playwright Tests in Multiple Environments with Checkly. #sdet #devops

Learn how to efficiently run Playwright tests across different environments without rewriting them. This tutorial covers managing environment variables in Checkly for API and browser checks, handling global and group-specific settings, and integrating with CI/CD processes. Discover the best practices for setting up environment variables, duplicating test groups, and customizing alerts to ensure your checks are environment-specific.

How Embracing Change Drives Startup Success

Discover the key mindset shift every startup founder needs to embrace for success. Our speaker shares a candid reflection on early challenges, including a tough version 2.0 release, and reveals how diving into the code with the team was a game-changer. Learn why adaptability and hands-on leadership are crucial—and why clinging to a rigid three-year plan could hold you back.