Problem / Solution
Monitoring database growth and anticipating future growth is a key component for being a proactive DBA. In this video, we look at how to use PowerShell to capture SQL Server database size statistics and using this data over time to predict the growth of our databases. Watch the video to learn more.
Key Learning Items
- How to use PowerShell to track database growth
- Viewing and trending database growth
- Predicting future database storage needs
Read Companion Tip
Tim consults for FinTek Development and teaches the course Automating ETL on Udemy. He’s worked with technology since high school, helping his school win its first TCEA award and continues to work in automation, data architecture, back-end development, and smart contract architecture. Tim enjoys testing new technologies early in the diffusion of innovation curve and was an early adopter of NoSQL and smart contract development. He has a blog at http://www.fintekdev.com/ and helps contribute to local technical and financial events in Texas.
