Efficiently and Elegantly Modeling Embeddings in Azure SQL and SQL Server
Storing and querying text embeddings in a database it might seem challenging, but with the right schema design, it’s not only possible, ...
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Azure SQL Devs’ Corner
MSSQL Extension for VS Code: Introducing Schema Compare (Preview)
Overview We are excited to introduce Schema Compare in the MSSQL Extension for VS Code! It can be tedious to manually manage and synchronize d...
6 days ago
Predictable LLM results with Structured Output and sp_invoke_external_rest_endpoint
OpenAI recently introduced a powerful new feature for developers: structured output using JSON Schema via the response_format parameter. This ...
15 days ago
Enhancing Search Capabilities in SQL Server and Azure SQL with Hybrid Search and RRF Re-Ranking
In today’s data-driven world, delivering precise and contextually relevant search results is critical. SQL Server and Azure SQL Database...
29 days ago
SQL Conf() 2025 Highlights: So Much Developer Innovation!
For decades, SQL Server has been a cornerstone of data management, evolving to meet the needs of modern developers. What began as a traditiona...
1 month ago
Secure APIs with Data API Builder, Keycloak, and SQL Server
In this article, we’ll explore how to create a secure, on-premises API using Data API Builder (DAB), Keycloak, and SQL Server. You’...
1 month ago
Vector Search with Azure SQL, Semantic Kernel and Entity Framework Core
Vector databases like Qdrant and Milvus are specifically designed to efficiently store, manage, and retrieve embeddings. However, many applica...
1 month ago
Build a Streamlit application with Fabric SQL Database
Building an application allows you to operationalize the data you have in Microsoft Fabric, such that it can be consumed by stakeholders in yo...
1 month ago
Exploring SQL Server Integration with .NET Aspire: A Collection of Hands-On Samples
I’m happy to share a new GitHub repository with developers: azure-sql-db-aspire. This collection of eight hands-on examples demonstrates...
1 month ago
MSSQL Extension for VS Code: What’s new and what’s next
The MSSQL Extension for VS Code continues to evolve, bringing powerful new features and enhancements that make SQL development more seamless a...
2 months ago