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Lesson Learned #324: Query Recompilation in Azure SQL
Introduction
As a Cloud Architect, it’s important to be aware of the various tools and techniques available to optimize performance in Azure SQL databases. One such technique is query recompilation, a process that can be used to improve query performance. In this blog, I will discuss what query recompilation is, how it works, and how it can be used to improve query performance in Azure SQL databases.
What is Query Recompilation?
Query recompilation is a process that takes place when a query is compiled. It is used to improve the performance of a query by analyzing the execution plan and replacing it with an optimized query plan. In some cases, query recompilation can improve query performance by up to 5x compared to the original query plan.
How Does Query Recompilation Work?
Query recompilation works by analyzing the execution plan for a query and replacing it with an optimized query plan if necessary. This optimization process can be done manually by a DBA or automatically by the database engine. The database engine will analyze the query and determine if the existing execution plan is optimal or if a different plan can improve the query performance.
Advantages of Query Recompilation
There are several advantages to using query recompilation in Azure SQL databases. First, query recompilation can help improve query performance by optimizing the query plan. This can result in significant performance improvements, especially in cases where the existing query plan is suboptimal. Additionally, query recompilation can help reduce the amount of time and resources needed to maintain the database, as fewer resources are needed to generate an optimal query plan.
How to Implement Query Recompilation in Azure SQL
Query recompilation can be implemented in Azure SQL databases by changing the database settings. First, the “optimize for ad hoc workloads” setting must be enabled. This setting enables the database engine to analyze and optimize queries for better performance. Additionally, the “cost threshold for parallelism” setting must be set to a low value. This setting determines the amount of time the database engine will spend analyzing and optimizing queries before stopping.
Conclusion
Query recompilation is an important tool for optimizing the performance of Azure SQL databases. It can help improve query performance by optimizing the query plan, reducing the amount of time and resources needed to maintain the database, and enabling the database engine to analyze and optimize queries. By taking the time to understand and implement query recompilation in Azure SQL, DBAs and Cloud Architects can help ensure that their databases are performing optimally.
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Lesson Learned #324: Query Recompilation in Azure SQL
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1. Azure SQL Query Recompilation
2. Azure SQL Performance Optimization