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Get day of week in SQL Server 2005/2008
š SQL Server 2005/2008: Find the Day-of-Week! š Have you ever wondered how to find the day of the week in SQL Server 2005/2008? š¤ Whether you're organizing your data, analyzing trends, or just curious about the day a specific date falls on, this guide
Getting "Lock wait timeout exceeded; try restarting transaction" even though I"m not using a transaction
# Getting "Lock wait timeout exceeded; try restarting transaction" even though I'm not using a transaction š Are you getting the "Lock wait timeout exceeded; try restarting transaction" error in MySQL, even though you swear you're not using a transaction
How to set variable from a SQL query?
## How to Set a Variable from a SQL Query: A Step-by-Step Guide So you're trying to set a variable from a SQL query but running into issues? Don't worry, you're not alone! This is a common problem that many developers face. In this guide, we'll walk you t
Best way to test if a row exists in a MySQL table
# šµļøāāļø How to Test if a Row Exists in a MySQL Table So you're working with MySQL and scratching your head on the best way to determine if a row exists in a table, huh? Don't worry, my tech-savvy friend, I've got your back! In this blog post, we'll explo
How to change a PG column to NULLABLE TRUE?
## Title: "Unlocking the Flexibility: Changing a PG Column to Nullable True" ššŖš ### Introduction š” Do you ever feel like your database schema is holding you back? Like there's a locked gate preventing you from achieving the flexibility you desire? We
Difference between numeric, float and decimal in SQL Server
## Understanding the Differences: Numeric, Float, and Decimal in SQL Server š° When it comes to working with numbers in SQL Server, you may come across three common datatypes: `numeric`, `float`, and `decimal`. These datatypes are used for storing numeric
SQL to find the number of distinct values in a column
# šµļøāāļø SQL Made Easy: Counting Distinct Values in a Column Are you tired of staring at your SQL query results and scratching your head trying to figure out how many distinct values are in a particular column? š¤ Don't worry, you're not alone! Counting d
How to SELECT FROM stored procedure
# How to SELECT FROM stored procedure šš» So, you've got a stored procedure that is returning rows? š¤ And now you're wondering if it's possible to select the output by calling this procedure directly, without any additional hassle? š¤·āāļø Well, you're in
Update a column value, replacing part of a string
# Updating Column Values in MySQL: Easy Solution for URL Replacement š So, you want to update the URLs in a specific column of your MySQL table, replacing just a part of the string while keeping the filename unchanged. Don't worry, we've got you covered!
Hibernate show real SQL
š„ļø **Hibernate Show Real SQL: Unveiling the Magic** Are you tired of seeing the cryptic SQL statements generated by Hibernate in your console? You're not alone! Many developers have struggled with this very issue. But fear not, for we have easy solutions