Summary

In this chapter, we learned about database features, Azure SQL Data Sync, online and resumable DDL operations, and SQL Graph database. We also explored Machine Learning Services and distributed transaction features for Azure SQL Managed Instance.

Azure SQL Data Sync is an easy-to-set-up process of syncing data between two or more Azure SQL databases, or an Azure SQL database and an on-premises computer running SQL Server. Data Sync can be used to support cloud migration or to offload reporting workloads.

Resumable DDL operations allow CREATE INDEX and REBUILD INDEX tasks to be paused or resumed as and when required. This helps when we need to recover from problems wherein a long-running CREATE INDEX or REBUILD INDEX statement causes blocking and slows system performance.

SQL Graph capabilities provide a flexible and easy way to implement many-to-many relationships or hierarchies.

Machine Learning Services allows you to run R and Python scripts on Azure SQL Managed...