Determining Database Table Sizes in SQL Azure
Often times it is helpful to know the actual size of a database table on disk, I've blogged before about how to do this on SQL Server, but Azure is a bit different!
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Adopting a Performance Focus With Software Development
To truly succeed in developing software that performs well organizations have to shift priorities, and efforts to treat performance as a feature.
Read Full ArticleDevelopers & Recruiters: Managing the Relationship
With such a demand for developers, we can be often overwhelmed by contacts from Recruiters. In this post, I discuss a few tips regarding the management of the relationship with recruiters.
Read Full ArticleVendor API Integrations: Developer Beware
Anytime someone says "our API is easy" or "it will be quick" I instantly add 25% to the project cost because I know that isn't the case. This post explores methods to help mitigate risks with new integrations.
Read Full ArticleDNN Quick Tip - AJAX Postback Controls
ASP.NET Ajax allows developers to add Ajax functionality to quickly introduce Ajax features without extra development, however, usage of this within DNN is met with some challenges.
Read Full ArticleKeeping Your DNN Website Clean - The Web.config
Over time DNN applications can see bloat in the web configuration file from modules that were installed and removed, or from upgrade issues. Ensuring that your configuration file is clean can help with upgrades, performance, and other support activities.
Read Full ArticlePerformance Testing Success Story: An Active Third-Party Vendor
I love sharing stories of great experiences with third-party vendors, as it doesn't happen as often as I would like. When a recent performance issue was identified in DNN using 51 Degrees software, they jumped in and helped greatly.
Read Full ArticleUnderstanding the Logistics of Moving Websites
Moving a website from one server location to another can be a much more involved task than people might expect. This post explores all of the logistical items necessary to move a website.
Read Full ArticleLoad Testing Your Application - Art or Science
Users often want a bullet-proof solution for application performance, however, in reality, performance is more art than a science due to the methods necessary to diagnose & improve.
Read Full ArticleDNN Spam Registrations & You
DNN Platform is amazing, however, if you expose public registration you can often get bombarded by spam user registrations which can take away from your day. This post explores options to limit those registrations.
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