Visual Studio 2017 SQL Server CE Tutorial

In this tutorial, we will explore how to set up and use Visual Studio 2017 with SQL Server Compact Edition (CE). Before diving into the steps, let's clarify that this tutorial is intended for those who have already installed SQL Server CE on their system.

If you haven't installed SQL Server CE yet, please refer to our article on how to download and install it. Additionally, ensure that your system meets the minimum hardware requirements for running Visual Studio 2017.

To start with, make sure your computer is running Windows 10 or a later version of the operating system. You will also need a 1.8 GHz or faster processor, at least 4 GB of RAM (8 GB recommended), and a display resolution of WXGA (1366 by 768) or higher.

Once you have met these requirements, you can proceed with downloading and installing Visual Studio 2017. The installation process is similar to that of other software applications and will take around 210 GB of hard disk space to complete.

After the installation is complete, launch Visual Studio 2017 and explore its features. You can run both Visual Studio 2017 and Visual Studio 2019 side by side if needed.

It's worth noting that SQL Server CE is only supported on Windows platforms, so ensure that you are running a compatible version of Windows before proceeding further.

In this tutorial, we will cover the basic steps involved in setting up and using SQL Server CE with Visual Studio 2017. We hope that by following these instructions, you will be able to successfully integrate SQL Server CE into your development workflow.

Visual studio 2017 sql server ce tutorial