Even if you're a newbie, working with databases with VB.NET is a manageable task.
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Working with Blobs and VB.NET
Learn how to save and retrieve BLOBS from a database with Visual Basic.NET.
Storing Data in the Cloud
If you are already developing web and mobile applications, it is a common next step to start using data in and from the cloud. In this two part series, you will learn how to setup data in the cloud and use it within an application.
Solving Performance Issues in Data Migration to SQL Server
Learn how to solve reoccurring performance problems during data migration to SQL Server.
SQL CLR Integration in SQL Server 2008
Is some of your business logic in code and some in SQL Server? Then, just call the SQL from the .NET framework and the .NET framework from SQL with CLR integration. Here are all the steps you need to get started.
Working with Dundas Charts in SQL Server Reporting Service
Learn to leverage the power of Dundas Charts in your next SQL Server project.
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