SSMS 18 introduced several major shifts in how database administrators (DBAs) and developers interact with their data:
To connect to a database in SSMS 18, follow these steps:
Here are some key features and tasks you can perform in SSMS 18:
Provides a hierarchical view of all connected servers and their objects, such as tables, views, and stored procedures.
SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) 18 is a free integrated environment for managing, developing, and optimizing SQL Server databases. It provides a comprehensive set of tools for database administrators, developers, and data analysts to manage and interact with SQL Server databases.