🔻Getting Started with SQL Server and SQL Server

Overview

This guide will assist you in setting up SQL Server for your development environment. Additionally, you have the option to install SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS), a powerful tool for managing your SQL Server databases. Follow these steps to get started with SQL Server.

Prerequisites

• A computer running Windows

• Administrator privileges for installing software

Step 1: Install SQL Server

Windows

1. Download SQL Server Installer:

   • Go to the Microsoft SQL Server Downloads page.

   • Select the desired edition of SQL Server and download the installer.

2. Run the Installer:

   • Open the downloaded installer.

   • Select the desired installation options.

   • Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.

3. Configure SQL Server:

   • During the installation process, you will be prompted to configure SQL Server, including setting a password for the 'sa' user (system administrator).

Linux

1. Download and Add the SQL Server Repository:

   • Follow the instructions in the official SQL Server documentation to add the appropriate repository for your Linux distribution.

2. Install SQL Server:

   • Execute the appropriate command for your Linux distribution to install SQL Server.

3. Configure SQL Server:

   • During the installation, you will be prompted to set a password for the 'sa' user.

Step 2: Install SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) (Optional)

Windows

1. Download SSMS Installer:

   • Go to the Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio Downloads page.

   • Download the SSMS installer.

2. Run the Installer:

   • Open the downloaded installer.

   • Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.

3. Launch SQL Server Management Studio:

   • Open SSMS from the Start Menu.

Verification of Installation

• Open Command Prompt (Windows) or Terminal (Linux).

• Execute the following command to verify the installed version of SQL Server:

  sqlcmd -S localhost -U sa -P your_password -Q "SELECT @@VERSION"

• You should see the installed version of SQL Server.

This guide should help you get started with installing SQL Server and optionally SQL Server Management Studio in your development environment.