Sql Server — Data Tools

In SSDT, you define what the database should look like (the "target state"). You work with a project that contains scripts for tables, views, and stored procedures. When you are ready to deploy, SSDT compares your project files to the actual database and automatically generates the necessary synchronization script to update the schema without data loss. Key Components of SSDT

Schema Compare: A powerful utility that identifies differences between two database instances or between a source project and a live database. You can selectively "push" or "pull" changes. sql server data tools

SSDT is for Development: Use it for building new features, version controlling schema changes, and CI/CD automation. It is a "code" tool for Developers. Conclusion In SSDT, you define what the database should