MSSQL Provider

January 23, 2026 ยท View on GitHub

The MSSQL provider uses Microsoft SQL Server or Azure SQL Database as the backend storage for orchestration state. This provider is maintained in a separate repository.

Repository

The MSSQL provider is available at: https://github.com/microsoft/durabletask-mssql

Features

  • Uses SQL Server or Azure SQL Database for durable storage
  • Supports both on-premises SQL Server and Azure SQL
  • Includes database migrations for schema management
  • Compatible with DTFx and Azure Durable Functions

Getting Started

For installation, configuration, and usage documentation, see the durabletask-mssql repository.

When to Use

Consider the MSSQL provider when:

  • You have existing SQL Server infrastructure
  • You need the transactional guarantees of a relational database
  • You want to query orchestration state using familiar SQL tools
  • Your organization has SQL Server expertise and operational practices

Next Steps