SQL Server in VS Code – Full Setup Tutorial (2026)
Learn how to set up and connect SQL Server inside Visual Studio Code in this complete step-by-step tutorial. We'll install the mssql extension, connect to a local or remote SQL Server instance, run queries, and manage your database — all without leaving VS Code.
In this video you'll learn:
How to install SQL Server (Express/Developer edition)
Installing the official mssql extension for VS Code
Connecting VS Code to your SQL Server instance
Running and saving SQL queries inside VS Code
Managing databases, tables, and connections
Common errors and how to fix them
Perfect for beginner developers who want a lightweight alternative to SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS).
🔧 Tools used: VS Code, mssql extension, SQL Server
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