Deployment Models in Azure SQL Database
1. Single Database
Description: A Single Database in Azure SQL Database is a fully managed and isolated database. It operates independently and has its own set of resources, making it suitable for applications with varying performance and resource requirements. It provides optimal control and customization for a specific database workload.
2. Elastic Pool
Description: An Elastic Pool in Azure SQL Database is a collection of single databases that share a set of resources. This deployment model is designed to efficiently manage and allocate resources among multiple databases, allowing for cost-effective utilization. It is ideal for scenarios where individual databases have fluctuating resource needs, and resource sharing enhances overall efficiency.
3. Managed Instance
Description: A Managed Instance in Azure SQL Database is a fully managed instance within the SQL Server infrastructure. It offers compatibility with on-premises SQL Server features, providing a broader range of migration options for existing applications. Managed Instance is suitable for scenarios where you need the flexibility of a SQL Server instance but prefer a fully managed service in Azure, including automatic backups, patches, and updates. This deployment model bridges the gap between traditional SQL Server and Azure SQL Database.
How To Get Azure SQL Database Connection String ?
Azure SQL Database is one of the primary services available in Azure to manage queries and ensure the structure of the data in the database. It is a relational Database-as-a-service model based on the latest version of Microsoft SQL Server Database Engine.
As we know, Relational databases are the best for managing structured data via schema, constraints, and Relationships, being rich in Query capabilities.
Connection String in Azure SQL Database:
- The Connection String is used to connect to the database, which typically contains authorization credentials like username, password, etc. The connection string is directly available in the SQL options after creating the database and this connection string is available in various types based on the programming language we use. In this article, let us understand how to get Azure SQL database connection string. First, let us start with creating an SQL database in Azure.