sql-database-develop-nodejs-simple.md

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Connect to SQL Database by using Node.js

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This topic shows how to connect and query a Azure SQL Database using Node.js. You can run this sample from Windows, Ubuntu Linux, or Mac platforms.

Step 1: Configure Development Environment

Prerequisites for using the Tedious Node.js Driver for SQL Server

Step 2: Create a SQL database

See the getting started page to learn how to create a sample database. It is important you follow the guide to create an AdventureWorks database template. The samples shown below only work with the AdventureWorks schema.

Step 3: Get Connection Details

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Step 4: Run sample code

Proof of Concept connecting to SQL using Node.js

Next Steps

• Review the SQL Database Development Overview
• More information on the Microsoft Node.js Driver for SQL Server

Additional resources

• Design Patterns for Multi-tenant SaaS Applications with Azure SQL Database
• Explore all the capabilities of SQL Database