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8 Black Innovators Who Revolutionized Technology: Celebrating Pioneers of Progress

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In 2025, it’s hard to imagine going through even a single day without technology. Whether it’s to help us learn, work, or have fun, technology plays a major role in how we live our daily lives. From using a Maps app to navigate a new city, playing Fortnite on the weekend, hopping on a quick Teams call with your colleague, or even sending a funny GIF, we owe a great deal to the innovative Black pioneers who have helped shape these technologies.

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10 Tech-Focused New Year’s Resolutions for Your Businesses

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Set your business up for success with tech-focused resolutions designed to boost efficiency and growth. From upgrading cybersecurity and leveraging AI to embracing cloud solutions and modernizing your website, these tips will help you work smarter, not harder. Emergent Software is here to guide you every step of the way. Let’s make 2025 your most productive year yet!

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What is Refactoring?

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Refactoring is defined as the process of restructuring existing code without changing its external behavior or functionality. It is a disciplined technique for improving the internal structure and quality of a codebase while preserving its observable outputs. The primary goal of refactoring is to make the code cleaner, more understandable, and easier to maintain over time.

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What Is Retaining in Azure Migration Techniques

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Data migration is a complex but increasingly necessary process for small-to-medium businesses and mid-market companies looking to modernize their technology stack. This often involves moving legacy on-premises systems to the Microsoft Azure cloud platform. A key success factor in Azure migrations is the concept of "retaining" - preserving existing data, configurations, and customizations in the cloud to minimize business disruption.

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What is Cloud Analytics and How Can It Transform Your Business?

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Cloud analytics uses powerful cloud-based tools to collect, analyze, and gain insights from data, enabling businesses to unlock opportunities with greater efficiency and scalability. By harnessing advanced analytics and AI, organizations can transform data into actionable insights, driving innovation and competitive advantage.

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The Best Web Development Languages

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Web development relies on a core set of languages that power most projects. This guide breaks down popular options—HTML/CSS, PHP, Python, JavaScript, Java, .NET, and Ruby—highlighting their strengths and best uses. Whether you're new to coding or looking to expand your toolkit, these languages are key to building effective, scalable web applications.

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SQL Performance Tuning Best Practices

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Boost SQL Server performance by optimizing indexes, writing efficient queries, and avoiding common pitfalls. Learn the difference between clustered and non-clustered indexes, how to prevent overindexing, and which query patterns to prioritize for faster execution. Following best practices for tuning helps improve both query speed and overall database efficiency, ensuring smoother application performance.

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Setting Up Database Mail and SQL Agent Alerts

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Proper database monitoring is critical for maintaining SQL Server health. This blog walks you through the process of setting up Database Mail and configuring SQL Server Agent alerts for proactive database management. You'll learn how to enable Database Mail for email notifications and create automated SQL Agent alerts for common issues like log file size, high CPU usage, or failed backups. By following this guide, you can improve your SQL Server monitoring strategy and catch potential issues before they escalate.

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SQL Server Reporting Services Overview

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Explore the comprehensive functionality of SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) for generating and managing data-driven reports. Learn how to optimize your SSRS instance, troubleshoot performance issues, set up real-time alerts, and enhance query performance for efficient and reliable reporting. Discover tips for managing reports, integrating third-party applications, and leveraging best practices to ensure seamless operation and improved business insights. Contact our experts today to maximize your SSRS implementation and drive data efficiency across your organization.

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