DP-300 Configure and manage automation of tasks Practice Question
You need to automate the deployment of an Azure SQL Database and its schema updates as part of a CI/CD pipeline. The pipeline must apply T-SQL scripts to the database after deployment. Which Azure DevOps task should you use to execute the T-SQL scripts against Azure SQL Database?
⚠ Common exam trap
The trap here is choosing a generic task like Azure PowerShell or Command Line, which can work but require custom code, instead of the purpose-built SQL deployment task.
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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Azure SQL Database deployment task
The Azure SQL Database deployment task is built for executing T-SQL scripts against Azure SQL Database in a pipeline. It supports both inline scripts and script files, and it handles authentication via service connections. This makes it the most efficient and reliable choice for applying schema changes in CI/CD.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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Azure PowerShell task
Why it's wrong here
The Azure PowerShell task can run PowerShell scripts, and you could use it to invoke sqlcmd or the SqlServer module to run T-SQL. However, it is not purpose-built for SQL deployment and requires custom scripting. The Azure SQL Database deployment task is more direct and reduces the chance of errors in the pipeline.
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Azure SQL Database deployment task
Why this is correct
The Azure SQL Database deployment task in Azure Pipelines is designed to execute T-SQL scripts against an Azure SQL Database. It supports inline scripts or script files and handles authentication. This task is the native way to apply schema updates in a CI/CD pipeline for Azure SQL Database.
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Command line task
Why it's wrong here
A command line task can run executables like sqlcmd, but it requires you to manage connection strings, authentication, and error handling manually. The Azure SQL Database deployment task abstracts these details and is specifically designed for this purpose. Using a generic command line task adds unnecessary complexity and potential for misconfiguration.
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Azure CLI task
Why it's wrong here
The Azure CLI task runs Azure CLI commands, which can manage Azure resources but are not intended for executing T-SQL scripts against a database. While you could use az sql db commands, they do not run arbitrary T-SQL. Therefore, this task is not suitable for applying schema updates.
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Key term
Azure SQL Performance Tuning
Azure SQL Performance Tuning is the process of optimizing the speed and efficiency of queries and database operations in Microsoft Azure SQL Database or SQL Managed Instance to reduce latency and improve throughput.
Key term
Azure SQL Database Deployment
Azure SQL Database Deployment is the process of creating and configuring a fully managed relational database in the Microsoft Azure cloud using SQL Server engine, without managing the underlying infrastructure.
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