Azure SQL Database: Real-World Setups, Costs, and Lessons Learned

Back when I tried spinning up my first Azure SQL Database, I assumed it’d be just like traditional SQL Server with a fancy cloud twist. Turns out, the reality is a whole lot weirder (and more interesting). There were moments of triumph, the occasional head-desk encounter, and a few lessons I only wish I’d known ahead of time. So, if you’re eyeing Azure …