SQL Server Query Tool Documentation

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SQL Server Query Tool Documentation

Overview

The SQL Server Query Tool is a comprehensive application built in C# for executing SQL queries, managing database connections, and exploring database schemas with a modern UI.

Key Features

1. Query Management

  • Multiple query tab support
  • Query history tracking
  • Real-time status updates
  • Execution plan validation
  • AI-powered optimization suggestions
  • Query session persistence

2. Database Connection Management

  • Support for multiple connections
  • Encrypted password storage
  • Auto reconnect handling

3. Schema Explorer

  • Tree view of database objects
  • Drag & drop schema objects
  • Quick access to table structures

4. Results Management

  • Display multiple result sets
  • Export to Excel or CSV
  • Filter and copy data from grids

5. AI Integration

  • Query optimization via AI
  • Natural language query support
  • Query explanation & code suggestions

Keyboard Shortcuts

Query Execution

  • F5 – Execute current query
  • Ctrl + F5 – Execute Statement

Editor Operations

  • Ctrl + S – Save
  • Ctrl + N – New tab
  • Ctrl + 3 – select * from
  • Alt + F1 – Sp_Help
  • Ctrl + R – Expand and Collapse Result Panel
  • Ctrl + Z / Y – Undo / Redo

Query Execution Features

Execution Modes

  1. Standard Execution – Displays results, messages, timing
  2. Execution Plan Validation – Provides metrics and suggestions
  3. AI-Optimized Execution – Uses AI to analyze and rewrite queries

Result Set Features

  • Support for multiple result grids
  • Sorting, filtering, export options
  • Copying data with or without headers

Security Features

  • Encrypted connection string storage
  • Secure password handling
  • User authentication supported

Best Practices

  • Validate execution plans for complex queries
  • Use schema explorer to write accurate queries
  • Save commonly used queries
  • Use AI suggestions when available
  • Export large result sets to avoid memory issues

Troubleshooting

Connection Issues

  • Check connection string and credentials
  • Ensure network access to database

Performance

  • Validate execution plans
  • Review indexing
  • Use AI suggestions for optimization

Memory

  • Export instead of loading large results
  • Apply filters before loading data

System Requirements

  • Windows OS
  • .NET Framework 4.5+
  • SQL Server client tools
  • Minimum 4GB RAM
  • 500MB disk space

Support

For help or feature requests, contact the development team or raise a GitHub issue.

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