Microsoft SqlPackage Microsoft Corporation

Microsoft SqlPackage is a command-line utility designed to automate database development tasks by leveraging the public Data-Tier Application Framework (DacFx) APIs. It streamlines processes such as database portability and deployments for SQL Server, Azure SQL, and Azure Synapse Analytics.

Key Features:

• Database Portability: Supports exporting and importing databases through BACPAC files, enabling seamless migration between different environments.
• Deployment Automation: Facilitates schema updates with Publish and Extract actions, ensuring consistent database states across environments.
• CI/CD Integration: Compatible with Azure Pipelines, GitHub Actions, and other CI/CD tools for automated workflows.
• Authentication Flexibility: Supports various authentication methods, including Microsoft Entra managed identities, service principals, and SQL Server authentication.
• Scripting Capabilities: Enables the creation of Transact-SQL scripts to apply incremental updates to database schemas.

Audience & Benefit:

Ideal for DevOps engineers, database administrators, and cloud developers working with SQL Server or Azure databases. SqlPackage empowers users to automate and manage database tasks efficiently, reducing manual intervention and errors while enhancing portability and deployment consistency. It integrates seamlessly into modern development pipelines, supporting scalable and reliable database management across hybrid environments.

SqlPackage is available via winget for installation.