In this video, I introduce my new free performance monitoring tool for SQL Server, which was developed after a bit of boredom during the holidays and a desire to create something simple yet powerful. The main issue I’ve noticed is that many existing tools are either overly complex or too expensive, making them less accessible to smaller teams or individuals. My goal with this tool was to provide a straightforward solution that doesn’t require setting up VMs, dealing with firewalls, or managing domain accounts—essentially streamlining the process for anyone looking to monitor SQL Server performance without the hassle of a full-blown enterprise setup. The tool supports various editions of SQL Server and even Azure SQL DB, offering both a full version with database logging and an easier-to-use light version that’s self-contained within DuckDB. I also highlight how it integrates machine learning models for those who prefer not to dive deep into dashboards, providing quick answers through natural language queries.
It’s good to have yet another example of the productive powers of boredom.
Also, I need to get back into this tool now that the Linux bug has been fixed.