I've been playing with the new SQL Server Data Tools, and I'm impressed by the way Microsoft has gotten the product out for review and is improving it with user-requested functionality.

Easily build, debug, maintain, and refactor databases inside Visual Studio. SQL Server Data Tools (SSDT) introduces a declarative model that spans all the phases of database development—enabling ...

Redmond Review SQL Server Data Tools: a Model Toolset Using SSDT means we don't just shout orders at the database; instead, we plan what we're going to say. By Andrew J. Brust 12/01/2011 For almost 13 ...

Learn how to choose, populate, update, share, and review your database's data dictionary and metadata repository using best practices and tools.

SQL Data Discovery & Classification, a tool within Microsoft's SQL Server 2019, could inform attackers which data within a database is labeled sensitive, and which isn't, researchers report.

In this second delve into data cleanliness (read the first, How clean is your data?, here), we’ll test-drive the data profiling tool provided with Microsoft SQL Server.

Learn about the benefits and challenges of using a data dictionary tool or software, and some tips to choose and use one for your data set or system.

The tools will hook into SQL Server 7 Olap Services, an analysis tool bundled with the relational database. However, many desktop tools will only have compatibility bolted on, rather than built ...

With a refined set of tools, you can confidently plan, assess, and execute your database migration with minimal downtime, ensuring a smooth transition to Azure SQL. Post the 12/15/24, retirement date, ...