Throwback Thursday: March 12, 2026
With the coming end of life of SQL Server 2016, we revisit a few articles with tips on scripting those migrations In today's edition of Throwback Thursday.
With over a million words scattered across more than 1,500 articles on this blog, you've probably missed a few things here.
That’s why each week in "Throwback Thursday," we’ll revisit some standout posts. Expect a blend of my personal favorites, insightful articles from other great minds, and a touch of coding humor to keep things light.
Highlights from NoLongerSet.com
SQL Server Migration Steps
My SQL Server migration philosophy consists of two priorities: (1) Avoid disasters and (2) Minimize production downtime.
Mike Wolfe
Scripted SQL Server Migrations
Use this batch file to automatically backup a database on one instance of SQL Server and restore it on a different instance of SQL Server.
Mike Wolfe
All Hail Ola!
If you’re managing SQL Server and you’re not using Ola Hallengren’s scripts, then you’re doing it wrong.
Mike Wolfe
Wisdom from Around the Web
SQL Server 2016 - Microsoft Lifecycle
SQL Server 2016 follows the Fixed Lifecycle Policy.
SQL Server Backup, Integrity Check, Index and Statistics Maintenance
Developer Humor
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