Can Visual Studio be used with SQL Server?

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You can use Visual Studio to create and update a local database file in SQL Server Express LocalDB. You can also create a database by executing Transact-SQL statements in the SQL Server Object Explorer tool window in Visual Studio. 29 апр. 2022 г.

Is Visual Studio needed for SQL Server?

Generally, It is required to install sql server database with visual studio setup.

Can we install SQL Server after Visual Studio?

If Visual Studio isn't already installed, selecting Install a new SQL Server Data Tools instance installs SSDT with a minimal version of Visual Studio, but for the best experience, we recommend using SSDT with the latest version of Visual Studio.

How can I use SQL Server in Visual Studio 2019?

Right click on 'Data Connections' then click 'Add Connection'. On the next screen (Choose Data Source) change the data source ensure 'Microsoft SQL Server' is selected then click the 'Continue' button. In the 'Server name' field enter 'SQL-SERVER'. Change the 'Authentication' method to 'SQL Server Authentication'.

What version of Visual Studio is compatible with SQL Server 2019?

No. It only supports any edition before 2012 of SQL Server. The latest version is Visual Studio 2019.

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