SQL Profiler Insights

What is SQL Profiler?

SQL Profiler is a performance monitoring tool included with Microsoft SQL Server. It allows administrators to capture and analyze events occurring within the SQL Server database engine, such as query execution, login attempts, and stored procedure calls. It is commonly used for troubleshooting performance bottlenecks, identifying slow-running queries, and auditing database activity. Note that SQL Server Profiler is deprecated.

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What other technologies are related to SQL Profiler?

SQL Profiler Competitor Technologies

Extended Events

Extended Events is the modern, preferred replacement for SQL Profiler. It provides a more lightweight and flexible event monitoring system.

mentioned alongside SQL Profiler in 39% (168) of relevant job posts

SQL Profiler Complementary Technologies

Database Engine Tuning Advisor

DTA analyzes Profiler traces (or workload data) and recommends indexes, statistics, and other optimizations. It works directly with Profiler output.

mentioned alongside SQL Profiler in 67% (131) of relevant job posts

Performance Monitor

Performance Monitor can provide system-level metrics that complement SQL Profiler's database-specific tracing. Understanding OS resource usage helps interpret Profiler data.

mentioned alongside SQL Profiler in 33% (243) of relevant job posts

Data collection Reports

Data Collection Reports within SQL Server Management Studio provide a summarized view of server performance. They can be used in conjunction with Profiler for a comprehensive view of database activity and performance bottlenecks.

mentioned alongside SQL Profiler in 100% (80) of relevant job posts