SQL Server has always empowered developers through a wide variety of drivers, the robust T-SQL language, and an industry proven database engine with security, performance, and availability.
Some developers though are not aware of the SQL Server and Azure SQL offerings for cost-effective development and features for modern data applications that are beyond the traditional Relational Database Management System (RDBMS).
Develop for free
The SQL Server Developer Edition allows you to develop, test, and demonstrate applications on a full Enterprise Edition level set of features using a free license. The free license can be used in non-production environments on an