Tag Archives: database design

Reverse Engineering a Physical Model Diagram

Posted on December 1, 2025 by way0utwest

I recently wrote about a logical diagram with Redgate Data Modeler. That was interesting, but creating all the objects is a pain. I decided to try creating a physical diagram from an existing database. This post looks at the experience. … Continue reading →

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Is Data Modeling Common?

Posted on November 24, 2025 by way0utwest

Recently, I had a few questions on database modeling. One was posted in the SQL Server Central forums, and a customer asked about ERD tooling on the same day. This came shortly after Redgate acquired Vertabelo (now Redgate Data Modeler). … Continue reading →

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Being Mindful of Design Time

Posted on November 14, 2025 by way0utwest

Over the last few years, I’ve worked a lot with various customers on finding better ways to build database software, often using the principles of DevOps to drive the change. A lot of managers and leads want to see a … Continue reading →

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A Domain for Data

Posted on April 4, 2025 by way0utwest

A domain is a set of possible values (among other definitions). I use this word a lot in my work, often with a problem domain (the thing you’re trying to solve) or the domain of possible values (like the US … Continue reading →

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