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  SQL Servers are used by businesses as a way to organize information. The software is classified as "data management" and increases productivity by storing details in a database. This method keeps information in order for quick retrieval and analysis. SQL is efficient, but it does take time to learn. It helps to use tools as a complement.
  
  

EMS SQL Manager

• The EMS SQL Manager has a GUI (Graphical User Interface) and a built-in wizard to reduce confusion. It features new data types for the database including; geography, geometry and datetimeoffset. The Visual Database Designer is a quick way to create a database visually. The advanced editor offers additional features for complicated queries. There is a free version called "EMS SQL Manager Lite" that only contains a few features. The free version is restricted in some ways, including the support of only five databases.
  
  

MS SQL Maestro

• MS SQl Maestro also uses a graphical user interface for ease of use. This tool is used for control and development and includes SQL-editor features like code folding and multithreading. Data are easily imported and exported between other formats like Microsoft Word and PDF. Diagrams can also be created using numerical data.
  
  

SSMS Tools Pack

• This pack is actually an add-in that allows SQL formatting and running scripts on more than one database. Custom scripts can be run from the context menu, and other options include toggles to check for updates, import settings and detailed logging. Other options include the ability to design new query templates, query execution history and debug sections.
  
  

SQL PHP Generator

• This tool generates PHP scripts, views and queries for further development over the Internet. Data are managed online by deleting, editing and adding records. HTML is fully customizable, and data are protected with a security option. The PHP generator outputs basic code that can be altered to your liking. Check the home page for a demonstration (see Resources).