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AppDev Microsoft SQL Server 2008 Analysis Services SSAS DVD

In this course, you will learn how to use Microsoft SQL Server 2008 Analysis Services (SSAS) to design and implement OnLine Analytical Processing (OLAP) cubes and data mining models to support Business Intelligence (BI) solutions. This course includes concepts, procedures and practices based on real-world experience giving both the novice and experienced SQL Server 2008 developer the tools to build data cubes and forecasting solutions. This course also provides information on end-user tools including Microsoft Excel 2007, Office Visio 2007 Professional Edition, SQL Server Business Intelligence Development Studio (BIDS) Microsoft SQL Server 2005 Integrated Services and Reporting Services.

In this course, you will:

  • Learn to define what Business Intelligence is and how it applies to a database.
  • Understand how the cube structure works for viewing data information.
  • View cubes using Excel 2007 and SQL Reporting Services.
  • See how to create cube models using SQL Server Business Intelligence Development Studio (BIDS).
  • Create Data Source, Data Source Views and then create cubes with the Cube Wizard.
  • Learn how to create key performance indicators (KPIs).
  • Work with changing and advanced dimension types.
  • Use relational and SSAS partitions.
  • Understand how to use MDX syntax for queries, functions and tasks.
  • Learn data mining concepts and mining structure processing.
  • Implement security, XMLA scripts, backups and restores for SSAS.

Prerequisites: This course does not require any prior experience with Analysis Server 2008. It is assumed that students have working experience with SQL Server 2005 or 2008; basic relational database concepts (e.g., tables, queries, and indexing); data transformation services; Excel 2007; and SharePoint Server 2007.

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VTC Microsoft SQL Server 2008 Development-iNKiSO

Microsoft SQL Server 2008 relational database management server is the heart of a comprehensive data platform that provides access and managment of the business critcal data that powers business. In this course, Microsoft Certified Trainer Mark Long introduces you to the basics of SQL Server 2008 Database Development. Work files are included. To begin learning today, simply click on the movie links.

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Train Signal Advanced SQL Server 2008 Database Administration Training Additional Content DVD3-YUM

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This Training Teaches You: Designing, Optimizing and Maintaining a Database Server Infrastructure and Much More Plus, 70-450 Exam Coverage!

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Train Signal SQL Server 2008 Administration Training DVD 1&2-LiBiSO

If you want to develop hands-on experience as an SQL Server 2008 Administrator, or prepare for the 70-432 exam then this course is for you! We are excited to announce our long awaited SQL Server 2008 Administration Training course. Whether you’re a beginner or experienced in SQL Server administration, this course covers SQL Server 2008 in depth as you configure and maintain your own enterprise data management system! Database Administration is one of the few jobs that seems to always be in demand. Follow along with the many real world examples in this course to work with your own database and lay the foundation towards becoming a DBA.

Video 1
Introduction
Learn what’s in the course and who your instructor is.
* About Your Instructor and Train Signal
* What’s Covered in this Course
* Hardware

Video 2
Welcome to Microsoft SQL Server 2008
I will show you exactly what SQL Server 2008 is and we will walk through the scenario we will be using throughout the course.
* What is SQL Server 2008?
* SQL Server 2008 Solutions
* A Brief History of SQL Server
* Scenario Veronica’s Veronicas Overview

Video 3
Installing SQL Server 2008
There is more to configuring an SQL Server installation than you might think. I will show you exactly what you need to do to prepare for installation and the requirements you will need to meet before installing SQL Server, so that your installation goes smoothly.
* SQL Server 2008 Editions
* SQL Server 2008 Requirements
* Downloading SQL Software
* SQL Server Security 101
* Installing SQL Server 2008
* SQL Server Installation Center Overview
* New SQL Server Stand-Alone Installation
* Launching SQL Server 2008

Video 4
An Introduction to SQL Server 2008 Tools
To fully make use of all of the features of SQL Server you need to know how to use the many tools it has to offer. In this Video I will show you an in depth overview of the several tools available in SQL Server 2008.
* SQL Server Business Intelligence Development Studio Overview
* Analysis Services and Configuration Tools Overview
* Documentation and Tutorial Overview
* Integration Services and Performance Tools Overview
* Windows PowerShell 1.0 Overview
* System Databases
* SQL Server Management Studio Overview
* Query Interface Overview

Video 5
Creating SQL Server 2008 Databases
In this Video I will walk you through the planning process needed to create your database to meet your specific business and database management needs. Plus, using our scenario, I will show you exactly how to set up your very own SQL Server Database.
* Database Planning
* Creating Databases Overview
* Creating General Page
* Creating Options Page
* Creating Filegroups Page
* Creating a New Table
* Database Diagrams
* Creating Database Diagrams
* Database Views
* Creating a New View
* Creating a Synonym
* Recommendations

Video 6
Configuring SQL Server 2008 Security
As a DBA, one of your most important responsibilities will be securing company data resources against unauthorized access and modification. In this Video we will tackle SQL Server Security from physical security to permissions and schemas; and everything in between.
* SQL Server Security Landscape
* Physical Security
* Managing User Access
* Logins and Users
* Creating a User Account in AD
* Creating SQL Login and SQL User Account
* Testing SQL User Account
* Setting SQL User Permissions
* Server-Level Role vs. Database-Level Role
* Schemas Overview
* Creating Schemas
* Testing Schemas
* Protecting Your Data Auditing SQL Server
* Remote Access
* File Security and SQL Server Data Encryption
* SQL Server SA Login and Certificat-Based SQL Server Login
* Public Database Role
* Information_Schema and Sys
* Best Practices

Video 7
SQL Server 2008 Implementing Disaster Recovery
Having a disaster recovery plan is a necessity in today’s computing landscape. I will show you the different disaster recovery models you can implement to make sure you are protected against data corruption, hardware failures, and anything else that would destroy data.
* SQL Server Recovery Models
* Full Recovery Model
* Bulk Logged Recovery Model
* Simple Recovery Model
* Backup Types
* Full Database Backups
* Restoring a Database
* Full File Backups
* Partial Backups
* Recovery Requirements
* Best Practices

Video 8
SQL Server 2008 Performance
In this Video I will show you the many tools you can use to monitor your SQL Server performance to anticipate problems before they occur.
* SQL Profiler/SQL Trace (T-SQL)
* Windows System Monitor
* Activity Monitor
* Transact-SQL
* Windows Logs
* Default Trace
* Dynamic Management Views
* Monitoring Tools Comparison

Video 9
SQL Server 2008 Automating Administrative Tasks
In this Video I will show you how to use the SQL Server Agent to automate administrative tasks, saving you time and allowing you to move on to more important work.
* SQL Server Agent
* Configuring SQL Server Agent
* Key Fixed Database Roles
* Creating and Running Jobs
* Subsystem
* Proxy
* Security Guidelines

Video 10
SQL Server 2008 High Availability
Learn the benefits of the various high availability options and why you would use each one. Plus, I’ll show you how to keep your database always available by having multiple servers ready to go, so you’re not depending on just one server.
* SQL Server Failover Clustering
* SQL Server Database Mirroring
* SQL Server Log Shipping
* SQL Server Replication
* Comparisons

Video 11
SQL Server 2008 Replication
Learn to implement SQL Server replication, making the necessary data available to various locations as it’s needed; in real time. Plus, see how to configure the necessary security including: user accounts, firwall settings, and administrative access.
* What’s the Problem to Solve?
* What is SQL Replication?
* SQL Server Replication Concepts
* Types of Replication
* SQL Server Roles
* Pieces of SQL Replication Model
* Players of SQL Replication Model
* Creating Replication Admin Account
* Creating Agent Accounts
* Changing Firewall Settings
* Giving Replication Admin Access to the SQL Server
* Installing SQL Server Replication Feature
* Adding Replication Accounts to Database
* Creating Publication
* Creating Push Subscription
* Best Practices

Video 12
Resource Governor
In this Video I will show you how to manage server resources and control application access to system resources.
* Troubleshooting SQL Server
* Managing Resource Utilization
* Resource Govenor
* Resource Pools
* Creating a Resource Pool
* Workload Groups
* Creating a Workload Group
* Classification
* Creating a Classifier Function

Video 13
Performing Data Management Task
In this Video you will learn several data management skills focused on “rounding out” your SQL Server 2008 administration knowledge. A primary focus will be understanding and managing indexes.
* Importing and Exporting
* Permissions for Importing and Exporting
* Maintaining Indexes
* Clustered vs. Nonclustered Indexes
* Creating Indexes
* Full-Text Indexing

Video 14
Data Compression
Learn how you can slow the effect of the data storage explosion by compressing SQL Server data while still maintaining performance requirements.
* Row Compression
* Page Compression
* Data Partitions
* Table Compression via T-SQL
* Compressing Backups

Video 15
SQL Server 2008 Common Commands
As a database administrator you will find the DBCC ‘family’ of commands and the myriad of applications for the sp_configure system stored procedure to be invaluable. These two commands touch every aspect of the DBA role and provide you with access to every configuration option available within SQL Server 2008.
* Database Console Commands (DBCC)
* Running DBCC CHECKTABLE and DBCC CHECKDB Commands
* Setting Server Configuration Options
* sp_configure clr enable Command
* sp_configure c2 audit mode Command
* sp_configure fill factor Command
* Final Thoughts on sp_configure

Video 16
Database Mail
In this Video I will show you how to use SQL Server Database Mail and Microsoft’s “built-in” SMTP server to send email notifications to operators, from SQL Server 2008.
* The Players…
* Simple Mail Transfer Protocol (SMTP) Server
* Database Mail Profiles and Accounts
* Configuring Database Mail
* Database Mail SMTP Authentication

Video 17
Certification 101
The path to certification will be clear once you watch this SQL Server 2008 certification road map. I cover all the certification levels, tracks and exams to get you certified in SQL Server 2008.
* The Certification Hierarchy
* Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS)
* Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP)
* Microsoft Certified Master (MCM)

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LANGUAGE : ENGLISH
RELEASE : 04/26/2010

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Microsoft SQL Server 2008 R2 RC1-WinBeta

SQL Server 2008 R2 delivers several breakthrough capabilities that will enable your organization to scale database operations with confidence, improve IT and developer efficiency, and enable highly scalable and well managed Business Intelligence on a self-service basis for your users. Download the SQL Server 2008 R2 November CTP, as well as Microsoft’s complete Business Intelligence platform, including the new PowerPivot for Excel 2010 add-in now.

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VTC Microsoft SQL Server 2008 Administration-iNKiSO

In SQL Server 2008 Administration, Microsoft Certified Trainer Mark Long helps you understand the installation and administrative functions of Microsoft’s SQL Server 2008. SQL Server 2008 delivers on Microsoft’s Data Platform vision by helping your organization manage any data, any place, any time. SQL Server 2008 delivers a rich set of integrated services that enable you to do more with your data such as query, search, synchronize, report, and analyze. It is the third largest market share data base product in the world. SQL Server 2008 reduces time and cost of management and development of application while providing a comprehensive platform that delivers intelligence where your users want it. To begin learning today, simply click on the movie links.

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Microsoft SQL Server 2008 Reporting Services Unleashed

The authoritative, example-rich guide to Microsoft’s powerful reporting platform

With Microsoft SQL Server 2008 Reporting Services you can quickly deliver relevant business intelligence data wherever it’s needed–across the entire enterprise, and through the entire reporting lifecycle. SQL Server 2008 Reporting Services Unleashed gives you all the authoritative information you’ll need to make the most of Microsoft’s most powerful reporting platform as a database professional, manager, or user. In-depth coverage makes this book an ideal reference, and its extensive set of practical examples help you address virtually any challenge in deployment, configuration, administration, or report building.

The authors have extensively expanded this edition with deeper reference information, many more practical examples, and insider perspective into Reporting Services 2008’s powerful new enhancements. You’ll discover how to take full advantage of Reporting Services’ significant architectural changes, its flexible new Tablix control, improved visualization through charts and gauges, deep SharePoint integration through SharePoint Integrated Mode, new output presentation formats, and much more.

Understand how to

Learn about the new features of Service Pack 1 (SP1) and the SQL Server 2008 R2 release
Quickly take advantage of Microsoft’s newest SQL Server Reporting Services enhancements
Use Reporting Services to identify trends and solve real business problems
Master report authoring–from basic, wizard-driven techniques to the cutting edge
Group, sort, and aggregate data, and define the right scope for your information
Utilize advanced report formatting techniques
Work effectively with multidimensional sources
Manage report data sources and models
Secure reports against attacks and intrusions
Customize Reporting Services with embedded functions, custom assemblies, URL access, Web Services, and other extensions
Thoroughly integrate SQL Server reporting into any SharePoint site

Michael Lisin, lead author of Microsoft SQL Server 2005 Reporting Services, has years of field experience working with SQL Server Reporting Services at Microsoft and delivering solutions for Microsoft’s enterprise customers.

Jim Joseph, co-author of Microsoft SQL Server 2005 Reporting Services Unleashed, is an independent contractor with 10 years experience developing custom software solutions in a variety of industries. He has worked with SQL Server Reporting Services since the first beta release.

Amit Goyal, lead program manager for Microsoft’s Reporting Services team, has extensive insider’s knowledge of SQL Server 2008 Reporting Services.

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Category: Microsoft Databases

Covers: Microsoft SQL Server 2008 Reporting Services

User Level: Intermediate—Advanced

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Professional SQL Server 2008 Internals and Troubleshooting

 

A hands-on resource for SQL Server 2008 troubleshooting methods and tools

SQL Server administrators need to ensure that SQL Server remains running 24/7. Authored by leading SQL Server experts and MVPs, this book provides in-depth coverage of best practices based on a deep understanding of the internals of both SQL Server and the Windows operating system.

You’ll get a thorough look at the SQL Server database architecture and internals as well as Windows OS internals so that you can approach troubleshooting with a solid grasp of the total processing environment. Armed with this comprehensive understanding, readers will then learn how to use a suite of tools for troubleshooting performance problems whether they originate on the database server or operating system side.

Topics Covered:

  • SQL Server Architecture
  • Understanding Memory
  • SQL Server Waits and Extended Events
  • Working with Storage
  • CPU and Query Processing
  • Locking and Latches
  • Knowing Tempdb
  • Defining Your Approach To Troubleshooting
  • Viewing Server Performance with PerfMon and the PAL Tool
  • Tracing SQL Server with SQL Trace and Profiler
  • Consolidating Data Collection with SQLDiag and the PerfStats Script
  • Introducing RML Utilities for Stress Testing and Trace File Analysis
  • Bringing It All Together with SQL Nexus
  • Using Management Studio Reports and the Performance Dashboard
  • Using SQL Server Management Data Warehouse
  • Shortcuts to Efficient Data Collection and Quick Analysis

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Microsoft SQL Server 2008 Internals

Delve inside the core SQL Server engine—and put that knowledge to work—with guidance from a team of well-known internals experts. Whether database developer, architect, or administrator, you’ll gain the deep knowledge you need to exploit key architectural changes—and capture the product’s full potential.

Discover how SQL Server works behind the scenes, including:

  • What happens internally when SQL Server builds, expands, shrinks, and moves databases
  • How to use event tracking—from triggers to the Extended Events Engine
  • Why the right indexes can drastically reduce your query execution time
  • How to transcend normal row-size limits with new storage capabilities
  • How the Query Optimizer operates
  • Multiple techniques for troubleshooting problematic query plans
  • When to force SQL Server to reuse a cached query plan—or create a new one
  • What SQL Server checks internally when running DBCC
  • How to choose among five isolation levels and two concurrency models when working with multiple concurrent users

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