SQL Server Code name 'Denali' CTP3 now available

SQL Server Code Name "Denali" CTP3 is Here!

We are excited to announce the release of SQL Server Code Name "Denali" Community Technology Preview 3 (CTP3). Download today!

CTP3 includes core capabilities that deliver against the key customer benefits including SQL Server AlwaysOn and Project “Apollo” for added mission critical confidence, Project “Crescent” for highly visual data exploration that unlocks breakthrough insights, and SQL Server Developer Tools code name “Juneau” for a modern development experience across server, BI and cloud development projects.

CTP3 is a production quality release that includes upgrade tools like Upgrade Advisor and provides the ability to upgrade existing databases for thorough testing of new SQL Server Code Name “Denali” capabilities. Test an upgrade from currently supported versions of SQL Server to your dev and test environments as a way to provide highly valuable feedback beyond basic feature testing.

For more information:

• ·         https://www.microsoft.com/sqlserver/: SQL Server Web site
• ·         https://www.microsoft.com/sqlserver/en/us/product-info/future-editions.aspx: SQL Server Code Name “Denali”
• ·         https://technet.microsoft.com/en-us/sqlserver/: SQL Server TechCenter
• ·         https://msdn.microsoft.com/en-us/sqlserver/: SQL Server DevCenter