Release Notes
Features
- Authentication Module Added: (#135)
What changed:
A new authentication module was introduced, supporting Azure Active Directory authentication types: ActiveDirectoryInteractive for Mac and Linux, ActiveDirectoryDeviceCode, and ActiveDirectoryDefault.
Who benefits:
Developers integrating MSSQL with Azure services. Users requiring secure and flexible authentication options.
Impact:
Enables secure and varied authentication workflows for cloud-based environments.Simplifies integration with Azure AD, reducing custom code and setup.
Improvements
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Batch Execution Refactor: (#138)
What changed:
Refactored Python executemany and C++ bindings to use column-wise parameter binding for batched SQL execution. Added helper functions for buffer allocation and exposed a new SQLExecuteMany method.
Who benefits:
Data engineers and developers running bulk operations.
Impact:
Faster, more efficient execution of bulk SQL operations. -
Logging System Overhaul: (#137)
What changed:
Replaced the global logging flag with a singleton LoggingManager, added dynamic logger configuration, sanitized sensitive information in logs, and improved Python exception handling in C++ logging.
Who benefits:
Teams monitoring and debugging connections and application behavior.
Impact:
Improved security and traceability in logs, reducing risk of exposing sensitive information and making error diagnosis easier. -
Row Object String Representation: (#136)
What changed:
Improved the Row class by adding a str method and updating repr for more user-friendly output and better debugging.
Who benefits:
Developers and testers interacting with row data.
Impact:
Easier debugging and more readable outputs, streamlining development and troubleshooting.