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DBeaver vs Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio: What are the differences?

DBeaver and Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) are popular database management tools used by developers and database administrators. Here are the key differences between them:

  1. Cross-platform compatibility: DBeaver is a cross-platform tool that can run on Windows, macOS, and Linux operating systems, while SSMS is exclusive to Windows. This makes DBeaver a preferred choice for users who need to work on different operating systems.

  2. Language support: DBeaver supports a wider range of programming languages, including SQL, HTML, XML, JavaScript, and more. On the other hand, SSMS primarily focuses on SQL language support. Consequently, DBeaver provides a more versatile environment for developers working with multiple programming languages.

  3. Connection types: DBeaver supports a broader range of database connections, including SQL Server, MySQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle, SQLite, and more. In contrast, SSMS is primarily designed for working with Microsoft SQL Server databases. If you need to work with multiple database systems, DBeaver offers better flexibility.

  4. User interface: DBeaver provides a more modern and intuitive user interface compared to SSMS. It offers features like customizable perspectives, tabs, and themes, which allow users to tailor the interface as per their preferences. SSMS, on the other hand, has a more traditional interface that may feel outdated to some users.

  5. Features and plugins: DBeaver offers a wide range of features and plugins to enhance productivity, such as data export/import, ER diagrams, SQL execution plans, query builders, and more. SSMS also provides similar functionalities but at a lesser extent and with fewer plugin options. If you require extensive features and plugins, DBeaver may be a more suitable choice.

  6. Cost: DBeaver is an open-source software and is available for free, while SSMS is a commercial tool and requires a license for full functionality. If budget is a concern, DBeaver provides a cost-effective option without compromising on essential features.

In summary, DBeaver is an open-source, cross-platform tool that supports various databases, providing a unified interface for database management. SSMS, developed by Microsoft, is specifically designed for SQL Server, offering a feature-rich environment with deep integration into Microsoft's database ecosystem.

Advice on DBeaver and Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio

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

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Oded Arbel
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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.

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Lawrence Fernandes
Data Engineer at B2W Digital · | 1 upvotes · 190K views
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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

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Povilas Brilius
PHP Web Developer at GroundIn Software · | 1 upvotes · 190.4K views

As far as I know, MySQL Workbench doesn't handle Microsoft connections, including Azure, you should try Microsoft solutions such as MS VS Code.

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Julien DeFrance
Principal Software Engineer at Tophatter · | 1 upvotes · 189.8K views

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.

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Erica Rowe
Tech Lead at eComEngine LLC · | 1 upvotes · 190K views
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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

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    Import-Export Data
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    Move data between databases
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    What is DBeaver?

    It is a free multi-platform database tool for developers, SQL programmers, database administrators and analysts. Supports all popular databases: MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQLite, Oracle, DB2, SQL Server, Sybase, Teradata, MongoDB, Cassandra, Redis, etc.

    What is Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio?

    It is an integrated environment for managing any SQL infrastructure, from SQL Server to Azure SQL Database. It provides tools to configure, monitor, and administer instances of SQL Server and databases. Use it to deploy, monitor, and upgrade the data-tier components used by your applications, as well as build queries and scripts.

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