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Rafay K.

Associate Technical Consultant

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

10/5/2021

"Good for Data Analysis"

4.5/5

What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

The best about this platform it doesn't require too much hard and fast learning. One can easily practice on this platform and can become a good data analyst and data scientist—the more thing about that, the coding of M-SQL is not so hard. We can quickly learn this language from youtube also from google, Udemy, Coursera, or any other online platform. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

The thing I wouldn't say I like is the integration of different servers outside the box, which is quite tricky. It can be an easier way to integrate the business application into the database. Although you can say that it is good that it sometimes takes less time to analyze the result of perspective command of those business application. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Recommendations to others considering Microsoft SQL Server:

As a beginner in data analyst, i will recommend to you guys that this is one of the most reliable platforms for collecting data. Also, you can integrate with applications quickly, which is very helpful in development. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Microsoft SQL Server solving and how is that benefiting you?

Following are the problems we are solving in our environment

1. Implementation of business applications

2. Integration of T24

3. Gather valuable data by connecting different database Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Muhammad Sheheryar I.

Systems Consultant

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

10/4/2021

"Good platform for Data Analyst"

4/5

What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

For being a database developer or data scientist and data analyst one should use this platform because it is much easier than another language to learn. A beginner who wants to learn about SQL can easily learn by youtube or online platforms like Udemy, Coursera, etc, This is much I like in this platform that a beginner can easily learn this language by his practice. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

The thing I dislike about this software is its installation. It's not that easy as other software. Also, a guide was not properly defined while installing this software. Also sometimes users have faced some issues getting the server name so if these problems were solved and I think it would be better for beginners to install this software. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Recommendations to others considering Microsoft SQL Server:

I would definitely recommend it to those who have an interest forward as a data analyst or data scientist or as a database developer. This application is also perfect for learners who want to learn or set their hands-on SQL. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Microsoft SQL Server solving and how is that benefiting you?

Following are the benefits we are getting from M-SQL

1. Getting data and merging data

2. Saving previous and current records of different information

3. Implementing on different platforms Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Computer Software

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

6/17/2022

"MS SQL Server for all your data need"

4/5

What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

1. Data storing capacity and different features to take backup of your data, and reload the data. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

UI needs improvement also few system-defined words need to be handled properly, as the user uses similar kinds of variables.

It should show the message as a variable that cannot be used as it's a system variable instead of throwing an error. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Sumita S.

Team lead

Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)

12/16/2021

"SQL Server to show fast analytical results on large data"

4.5/5

What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

The best thing about SQL Server is that it helps arranging huge data in tabular form in database

We can put several complex queries and get the desired results in fraction of seconds.

It can do mathematical calculations in blink of an eye.

SQL server handles the redundant data by using common keys in multiple tables

it helps in maintaining transparency,integrity,security of data by hiding the data values using username and passwords Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

It can hang and struck if server gets hit on by multiple users at the same time.

It can crash at the same time, so work gets hampered Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Recommendations to others considering Microsoft SQL Server:

Use this to solve the database needs Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Microsoft SQL Server solving and how is that benefiting you?

Getting the desired output using complex queries

Integrated SQL server with .Net and Java applications from front end

maintains data security

Easy to configure with different sorts of data in the form of tables

Easy to set up by SQL server admin by giving necessary rights to all kinds of people

In case of data loss, it can be recovered from the backup taken

Helps in concurrent data over-riding and manipulation of data by different users at the same time Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Ayush S.

Deputy Manager

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

9/30/2021

"Microsoft SQL Review"

4.5/5

What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

Microsoft SQL is easy to use. You can set up environment variables easily and connect the DBMS to your front-end without any hassle. The query processing language is easy to grasp, and you can generate multiple views from the same database as per your requirements. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

Microsoft SQL is costly. There are free alternatives available, but MS SQL's functionality is worth the cost. It loads quickly. The only problem I have is with Error tracking - it can be simplified for a better user experience. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Microsoft SQL Server solving and how is that benefiting you?

Microsft SQL handles large datasets with ease, and you can execute queries quickly with this software. It integrates seamlessly with development software for testing data entry through the front end. I also have multiple databases running simultaneously, and it doesn't slow down. It can perform all the functions that excel can with the added benefit of query processing which makes the process simpler. The cost is high, but its functionality justifies the cost. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Christian A.

BI Developer

Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)

2/4/2022

"Great tool to control different dbs and also schedule store procedures"

4/5

What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

I love the SQL management to control all the DBS and SQL agents to handle the job for scheduling store procedure and integration services process. Also to send an email when a job fails Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

It is a little limited to integrate other dbs. I have to use a linked server to create ODBC connects Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Oil & Energy

Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)

2/22/2022

"Legend which needs to improve the product roadmap"

4.5/5

What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

1. Easy UI

Ui is very easy to follow

2. Top of the line security

SQL is the pioneer for ACID properties

3. Easy Table management

It is very easy to control layout, column data type Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

I don't like the old UI though it is very recognizable still it is old and also I feel that they should bring document type of database concept with maximizing CAP theorem Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Recommendations to others considering Microsoft SQL Server:

Best product to go for if you are looking for relational DB Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Microsoft SQL Server solving and how is that benefiting you?

We are solving problems with managing a lot of data that can't be handled by any other DB with such grace. Running procedure is our favorite thing to use out of the so many functionalities. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Verified User in Information Technology and Services

Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)

8/31/2022

"Powerful tool for Data Management"

4.5/5

What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

Easy to understand and use. Very easy to export database and tables in the form of SQL query or a script. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

License is a bit costly for many organisations. When there is a complex query it would hit performance and takes more time to fetch the results. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Ravi B.

Business Intelligence Developer - Tableau Power BI

Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)

7/19/2022

"MS SQL Server"

2/5

What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

It's a traditional tool so you will find most of the developers who have knowledge on it Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

Very slow on query fetching.

Not redundant.

Not too user friendly. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Sal J.

DevSecOps Architect

Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)

2/12/2022

"Microsoft SQL Server review"

5/5

What do you like best about Microsoft SQL Server?

An enterprise-scale Azure SQL Database that provides secure, scalable relational storage for our mission-critical applications. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Microsoft SQL Server?

Management can sometimes be challenging. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Recommendations to others considering Microsoft SQL Server:

When considering using Microsoft SQL Server, there is no doubt that Microsoft workloads; is the market leader. Ensure you have Database administrators in your team that can configure and integrate the servers with existing services. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Microsoft SQL Server solving and how is that benefiting you?

When we need to scale our production database when it is under load, Microsoft SQL Server can scale to our needs. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.