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Similar to SQL Server, Hive has a number of performance-related features. Hive supports indexes and, like the clustered ColumnStore index introduced in SQL Server 2014, an optimized table format called Optimized Row Columnar (ORC). Note: the use...
In late 2011, Dr. David Dewitt presented a Big Data keynote session, focused primarily on Hadoop, at the Professional Association for SQL Server (PASS) Summit event. Dr. Dewitt's keynote session is a great primer for learning more about Hadoop...
In the latest September round of monthly Power BI updates, a really cool addition for Power Map was released called Custom Maps. Custom Maps empower you to get incredibly creative with regards to your position related visualizations in retail s...
In a refreshing change of pace, new Microsoft Business Intelligence General Manager, James Phillips, revealed upcoming Power BI user experience changes at World Partner Conference (WPC) last week. Phillips brings a brilliant, practical, fast-mo...