Server Side SSMS

Today Steve says that SSMS belongs on server machines. Read why.

SQL Server Attach and Detach Database Examples

In this article Dinesh Asanka looks at how to detach and attach a SQL Server database using the SSMS GUI and using T-SQL commands.

SQL Server Management Studio is as Relevant as Ever

In this Simple Talk editorial Kendra Little discusses how SSMS is as relevant as ever.

Filtering Object Explorer Detailed Information in SSMS

Need to know how to use the “Filter” item in the SSMS Object Explorer Details window to show a specific list of tables that contain a specific string of characters? If so, then read on!

Displaying the Object Explorer Details Pane in SQL Server Management Studio

You are probably familiar with the Object Explorer pane in SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS), and how to bring it up. But, are you familiar with the Object Explorer Details pane and how to display it? If not, then read on...

Accessing Always Encrypted Data

Caution about Restoring via SSMS v17

A default value has changed in the SSMS v7 restore wizard, and the consequences can be severe.

GDPR Classification

Scripting Tables and Procedures from SSMS

Learn how you can script specific objects from SSMS and store or update them in a git repository.

Scripting All Objects from SSMS in to a VCS

A short tutorial on scripting objects in SSMS.