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Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio vs PopSQL: What are the differences?
Key Differences between Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio and PopSQL
Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) and PopSQL are both database management tools that provide users with the ability to work with SQL databases. However, there are several key differences between these two tools.
User Interface and Design: SSMS has a more traditional and robust user interface that is tailored specifically for SQL Server databases. It provides a comprehensive set of features and tools to manage and administer SQL Server databases. On the other hand, PopSQL has a sleek and modern user interface that is designed to be simple and intuitive. It focuses on providing a clean and user-friendly experience for developers and teams working with various databases.
Platform Compatibility: SSMS is a Windows-only application and is primarily designed to work with Microsoft SQL Server databases. It is tightly integrated with other Microsoft tools and technologies. In contrast, PopSQL is a cross-platform application that supports both Windows and macOS. It can connect to a wide range of SQL databases, including Microsoft SQL Server, PostgreSQL, MySQL, and more.
Collaboration and Sharing: PopSQL has built-in collaboration features that allow multiple users to work on SQL queries and share them with their team members. It provides team folders, inline comments, and query sharing options to facilitate collaboration and knowledge sharing. On the other hand, SSMS does not have native collaboration capabilities, and users need to rely on external tools or methods to collaborate and share SQL queries with their team members.
Query Execution: SSMS supports executing SQL queries directly on the server, which can be useful for handling large datasets or performing complex operations. It provides options for query execution plans, displaying actual vs. estimated execution plans, and other advanced performance tuning features. PopSQL, on the other hand, executes queries directly on the client-side, which may have some limitations in terms of handling large datasets or executing complex operations efficiently.
Integration with Version Control Systems: PopSQL has built-in integration with popular version control systems like Git. It allows users to easily manage and track changes to SQL queries as they work on them. SSMS, on the other hand, does not have native integration with version control systems and users need to rely on external tools or methods to manage version control for their SQL scripts.
Pricing and Licensing: SSMS is a free tool provided by Microsoft and is included with the installation of SQL Server. It does not require any additional licenses for its basic functionality. PopSQL, on the other hand, offers both free and paid plans. The free plan has certain limitations on usage and features, while the paid plan provides additional benefits such as increased query history, team management, and priority support.
In summary, Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) is a powerful and feature-rich tool specifically designed for SQL Server databases, while PopSQL is a more streamlined and collaborative tool that supports multiple databases and platforms.
I am looking to build an azure database that connects to my power bi application. Initially, I attempted to create an Azure SQL database, then realized I needed to have SQL Server Management Service in order to manage and connect between Azure SQL <=> Power BI, but since I am on a Mac, I had to use the complex installation as a workaround.
If MySQL Workbench can solve this (as the product is available on Mac), I am more than happy to proceed with this approach if it can achieve the same goal of connecting an azure database with my Power BI application
What I am trying to achieve is fairly simple: have an online cloud database that connects to my Power BI application
I am open to any other solutions as well
Thank you
As others have noted, MySQL Workbench cannot be used instead of Microsoft SQL Manager to manage Azure SQL (MS-SQL Server, I hate that Microsoft uses generic category names for their products).
If you're considering switching to MySQL (Possibly using Azure MySQL managed database), then please not that unlike MS-SQL Server, you do not need the MySQL Workbench to connect your application to MysQL: just use the correct driver for your stack, and you're all set (if your stack is using the .Net platform, use MySQL Connector/NET from: https://dev.mysql.com/downloads/connector/net/ ).
If you do want to use a graphical interface to maintain your MySQL database, then MySQL Workbench is a great choice, but you are not limited to it - as others have mentioned, there is a plethora of competing graphical database management tools that would work just as well with MySQL - one of the advantages of choosing MySQL for your stack is the huge eco-system that is built around it.
Microsoft provides an application known as Azure Data Studio that runs on Windows, Mac and Linux machines. It provides the ability to manage an Azure SQL database, as well as connecting to standard SQL Server databases. https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/sql/azure-data-studio/what-is?view=sql-server-ver15
As far as I know, MySQL Workbench doesn't handle Microsoft connections, including Azure, you should try Microsoft solutions such as MS VS Code.
Hi Aashwiin, Looking at your stack (https://stackshare.io/aashwiin82347/my-stack), it seems you are using Azure SQL Databases. I'll infer this is Microsoft SQL Server. Therefore, it certainly makes sense you stick with some of the official Microsoft Tooling to connect to it, query and administer it. You'd only be looking at MySQL Query Workbench, if you were running and connecting to a MySQL Database. - That said, could Azure MySQL (https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/azure/mysql/overview) be an option for you a this point? MySQL offers great performance. I have been running it at various companies (under AWS/RDS and AWS/Aurora) and have no reason to switch over to anything else. - Decision making-wise, how much do your want your local sql/mysql client to influence/weigh in your architecture/technology decisions, though? This can be a slippery slope. - Alternatively, other clients exist, such as "Table Plus" and allow you to connect, on Mac, to a variety of database servers, including SQL Server. It might be worth giving it a try.
Hello Could you give us a better idea of what Data Base Management System (DBMS) you are using at Azure? MySQL Workbench and Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) are tools developed to exclusively manage MySQL and SQL Server, respectively. If you need to manage multiple DBMS's from a single tool, I sugget you try DBeaver. There are also another alternatives: HeidiSQL, phpMyAdmin, etc. Regarding the DBMS itself, I suggest you stick with SQL Server. In my opinion it's more stable and has more features than MySQL - especially in the Standard and Enterprise editions. Regards, Lawrence
Pros of Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio
Pros of PopSQL
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