Azure Data Studio (ADS): Your Free Ultimate Data Management Sidekick 🚀 for Data Engineers, Data Analysis and Business Intelligence Masters
Are you a data pro juggling SQL Server or Azure SQL? Meet Azure Data Studio (ADS), Microsoft’s free and open-source tool that’s designed to simplify your life.
This isn’t just another SQL editor; it’s a powerhouse packed with features to help you write queries, manage databases, and analyze data—all while enjoying a modern, user-friendly experience.
So, why is ADS stealing the spotlight?
For starters, it’s cross-platform, meaning it works like a charm on Windows, macOS, and Linux. Its sleek, snappy interface is a breath of fresh air compared to traditional tools like SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS).
Plus, ADS is highly customizable with extensions for everything from Jupyter Notebooks to visualizations and even source control integration.
Easily Switch Between CLI and GUI
Love switching between graphical and command line? There's a built-in terminal right there - no more jumping between windows! And wait till you see the notebooks feature - it's like having a digital notebook where you can mix your SQL code, notes, and results all in one place. Perfect for sharing your database wizardry with teammates!
Features
- Cross-Platform DB management for Windows, macOS and Linux with simple XCopy deployment
- SQL Server Connection Management with Connection Dialog, Server Groups, Azure Integration and Registered Servers
- Object Explorer supporting schema browsing and contextual command execution
- T-SQL Query Editor with advanced coding features such as autosuggestions, error diagnostics, tooltips, formatting and peek definition
- Query Results Viewer with advanced data grid supporting large result sets, export to JSON\CSV\Excel, query plan and charting
- Management Dashboard supporting customizable widgets with drill-through actionable insights
- Visual Data Editor that enables direct row insertion, update and deletion into tables
- Backup and Restore dialogs that enables advanced customization and remote filesystem browsing, configured tasks can be executed or scripted
- Task History window to view current task execution status, completion results with error messages and task T-SQL scripting
- Scripting support to generate CREATE, SELECT, ALTER and DROP statements for database objects
- Workspaces with full Git integration and Find In Files support to managing T-SQL script libraries
- Modern light-weight shell with theming, user settings, full-screen support, integrated terminal and numerous other features
Platforms
- Windows 64 bit
- Windows ARM
- Linux 64 bit
- macOS Intel
- macOS Apple Silicon
- macOS Universal
License
Copyright (c) Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.
Licensed under the MIT License.
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