How to Run SQL Server Instantly on Mac, Windows, or Linux — Without Installing Anything
Have you ever needed SQL Server urgently for a coding test, interview, or quick prototype, but didn’t want to go through a full installation process?
Maybe:
You’re on a Mac and SQL Server isn’t natively supported.
You’re on Linux, and setup seems complicated.
You’re on Windows, but just don’t want to bloat your system.
✅ The good news: you can launch SQL Server in seconds using Docker Compose — and completely remove it with one command when you’re done.