I'm trying to find a way to replicate my Azure SQL database to an on-premises SQL server. I initially thought about using SQL Data Sync, but I've learned that this service is set to expire in 2027. I'm looking for advice and suggestions on how to proceed with this task. Any help would be greatly appreciated!
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Before diving into options, it might be useful to clarify what specific problem you're trying to address. Are you moving data for reporting purposes or operational needs? Understanding the core issues can guide you to the right solution.
Honestly, I would steer clear of the SQL Data Sync tool. I've had a pretty rough experience with it—syncs often break, and there’s no alert when something goes wrong. I've spent countless hours cleaning up after it. From my experience, a better route might be using Azure Data Factory as a temporary solution until you migrate to cloud fully.
Just so you know, while SQL Data Sync can be tricky, transactional replication is a more reliable method for syncing Azure SQL with on-prem. It might feel a bit outdated but trust me, it’s much more dependable.
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