Effective Query Analysis with SQL Server Tools from Pluralsight

Once a database is converted to SQL Server 2022, how do you find regressed queries? Learn to interpret the results of the Query Tuning Assistant with the Query Store for database queries that regress between versions of SQL Server.

The Query Store contains the execution plans to improve performance or show regressed plans, while the Query Tuning Assistant helps with its analysis of the convert database.

In this course, Effective Query Analysis with SQL Server Query Tuning Assistant, you’ll gain the ability to execute the Query Tuning Assistant to analyze queries captured in the Query Store.

First, you’ll explore the Query Store and metric data related to captured SQL statements.

Next, you’ll discover the results of the Query Tuning Assistant and how to differentiate resources from T-SQL issues.

Finally, you’ll learn how to develop a plan to improve the performance of a database from the results of the Query Tuning Assistant.

When you’re finished with this course, you’ll have the skills and knowledge of the Query Tuning Assistant needed to read metric data from the Query Store to performance-tune a set of database queries.

What's inside

Syllabus

Course Overview

Analyzing the Query Store Metrics

Developing a Plan for Continuous Improvement

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Analyzes the Query Store Metrics, which is standard in SQL Server database analysis

Provides strategies to find and fix regressed queries in SQL Server 2022, which is a valuable skill for database administrators

Shows how to develop a plan for continuous improvement of SQL Server database performance, which is a key aspect of database management

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Effective Query Analysis with SQL Server Tools with these activities:

SQL Server Performance Tuning Meetup

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Connect with other professionals in the field to exchange experiences and learn about best practices in SQL Server performance tuning.

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Attend a SQL Server performance tuning meetup in your local area or online.
Participate in discussions and ask questions.

Query Tuning Assistant Walkthrough

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Follow a step-by-step tutorial to gain practical experience using the Query Tuning Assistant and interpreting its results.

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Find the Query Tuning Assistant in SQL Server Management Studio.
Select and analyze a query.
Review the Query Tuning Assistant report.

Query Analysis Group Discussions

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Engage in peer discussions to share knowledge and gain insights into different approaches to query analysis.

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Join a study group or online forum dedicated to SQL Server performance tuning.
Discuss query optimization strategies and case studies.
Collaborate on solving query performance challenges.

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Query Analysis Exercises

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Test your query analysis skills by working through a series of exercises that simulate real-world scenarios.

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Analyze slow-running queries using different tools, such as SQL Profiler and extended events.
Identify common query patterns and performance issues.
Apply techniques to improve query performance.

Query Store Drills

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Reinforce your understanding of the Query Store by executing a series of drills that cover various use cases.

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Set up a test database with sample queries.
Capture queries using the Query Store.
Analyze query metrics to identify potential performance issues.

Personal Database Performance Project

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Gain hands-on experience by optimizing the performance of a personal or open-source database using the techniques learned in this course.

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Choose a small database dataset that you can use for experimentation.
Identify performance issues using tools like the Query Store and Query Tuning Assistant.
Implement optimizations and measure the impact on performance.
Document your findings and share them with others.

Career center

Learners who complete Effective Query Analysis with SQL Server Tools will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Database Developer

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Data Engineer

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Database Administrator

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ETL Developer

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Business Analyst

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Data Visualization Analyst

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Information Security Analyst

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Data Analyst

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Technical Writer

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