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SQL Server Management Studio vs SQL Source Control

A side-by-side look at SQL Server Management Studio and SQL Source Control. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

SQL Server Management Studio

SQL Server Management Studio

Development

SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) is a free integrated environment for managing any SQL infrastructure. It provides tools for configuring, monitoring, and administering SQL Server instances. SSMS allows database administrators and developers to create databases, write queries, design tables and indexes, and monitor server performance.

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SQL Source Control

SQL Source Control

Development

SQL Source Control is a version control system designed specifically for database code objects like stored procedures, functions, triggers, and table structures. It allows teams of developers to collaboratively develop and manage changes to database objects over time.

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