We’re halfway through 2026, and Microsoft SQL has not slowed down. Since SQLCon/FabCon in March (where we released a ton of things, and those updates can be found in this updates video), we shipped a ...

While Microsoft sweeps the confetti off the floor of its Build event, it may be a good moment to reflect on what it didn't say as much as what it did. Taking the spotlight was AI agent Scout, ready to ...

A database is a structured system for storing, organizing, and managing data so it can be easily accessed, updated, and used. Databases handle everything from customer accounts and product lists to ...

It’s time to switch to a new development tool for SQL Server and Azure SQL. Here’s how to get started with the MSSQL extension for Visual Studio Code. Microsoft recently ended support for Azure Data ...

Microsoft is tapping Model Context Protocol (MCP) to give customers’ AI agents simplified access to the vast amounts of corporate data stored in SQL databases. The company’s new SQL MCP Server is open ...

SQL MCP Server gives enterprises a secure, feature-rich way to enable agents to access data. This is accomplished without exposing the schema, risking consistency, or relying on fragile natural ...

description Learn to design your first relational database in Azure SQL Database using the MSSQL extension for Visual Studio Code. For the purpose of this tutorial, we are using Azure SQL Database.

SQL Server backups cannot be restored to older versions directly. Use Export and Import Data-Tier Application for cross-version database migration. Reconfigure permissions, logins, and connection ...

At today’s Ignite 2025 event, Microsoft announced one of the biggest Azure data updates in years. The company has announced the general availability of SQL Server 2025. That has come after a long ...

The SQL Server connector from Lakeflow Connect is now Generally Available to help unlock insights from your data, featuring change tracking, CDC, and the ability to track historical changes with SCD ...

Leading tech companies face complex challenges when extracting value from their SQL Server data for AI and analytics. Lakeflow Connect for SQL Server provides efficient, incremental ingestion for both ...