Azure SQL
Azure SQL is a managed relational database service that provides built-in high availability, backups, patching, and scaling without requiring teams to manage the full database infrastructure themselves.
What it does
Managed relational database service.
When to use
Use Azure SQL when you need a managed SQL database for applications without maintaining the database server manually.
Key Concepts
Azure SQL is a platform-managed relational database service.
Built-in backups, patching, and availability reduce operational overhead.
Performance and scaling depend on service tiers and workload design.
It is often used for application backends and enterprise systems.
Common Use Cases
Running production application databases.
Hosting transactional data for APIs and business systems.
Reducing operational work compared with self-managed SQL servers.
Interview Questions
What is Azure SQL?
How is Azure SQL different from a database running on a VM?
What are the benefits of using a managed relational database service?