Can I use SQL without a server?

Can you have a database without a server?

SQLite is an example of a classic serverless database engine. With SQLite, there are no other processes, threads, machines, or other mechanisms (apart from host computer OS and filesystem) to help provide database services or implementation. There really is no server.

Why do I need a server for SQL?

SQL Server is known as a “Relational Database” Management System. Data is stored in tables in a similar way to rows and columns in a spreadsheet. ... It also makes sure multiple people connecting to the same data are managed properly so you don't get problems if two people change the same information at the same time.

Can you run SQL locally?

Yes, you can use Microsoft SQL Server 2008 R2 RTM - Express with Management Tools. If you want to run SQL Server 2000, find an old copy of SQL Server 2000 Developer Edition.

Can I use SQL without a database?

Having said that, there are many options for exercising SQL without an underlying database: You can use an on-line "fiddle" to test SQL queries, such as SQLFiddle.com. For unit tests, you'd use a mock framework.