Is Azure SQL compatible with SQL Server?

Is Azure SQL and SQL Server same?

Since Azure SQL is based on SQL Server, they share many similarities in functionality and compatibility. But that doesn't mean they are the same. In fact, contrary to what many think, Azure SQL is not exactly the cloud version of SQL Server because there are many fundamental differences between the two.

What SQL Server version is Azure SQL?

With SQL on Azure VMs, you can use any of the platform-provided SQL Server images (which includes a license) or bring your SQL Server license. All the supported SQL Server versions (2008R2, 2012, 2014, 2016, 2017, 2019) and editions (Developer, Express, Web, Standard, Enterprise) are available.

Can we able to convert SQL Server to Azure SQL?

Create an Azure Database Migration Service instance In the Azure portal menu or on the Home page, select Create a resource. Search for and select Azure Database Migration Service. On the Azure Database Migration Service screen, select Create. Select the option Continue to use Azure Database Migration Service.

Can Azure functions connect to SQL Server?

Get connection information Sign in to the Azure portal. Select SQL Databases from the left-hand menu, and select your database on the SQL databases page. Select Connection strings under Settings and copy the complete ADO.NET connection string. For Azure SQL Managed Instance copy connection string for public endpoint.