Untangle SQL Server connection strings Today’s README file explains how to create connection strings to SQL Server databases using Visual Studio’s built-in tools.

SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) is the principal interface for working with Microsoft SQL Server. However, many subtleties of this powerful tool evade even the most seasoned professionals.

How Do I Open Sql Server Management Studio 2014? SSMS can be accessed from the Start page in most versions of Windows by typing it and selecting Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio from the list.