Power Apps, a low-code/no-code platform by Microsoft, allows seamless integration with SQL Server to create applications that interact with SQL data. This integration supports both on-premise SQL Server databases and Azure SQL Databases, enabling developers to build apps for data management, workflows, and business logic.

Setting Up the Connection

To connect Power Apps to SQL Server, follow these steps:

1. Create a Connection: Navigate to Data > Connections in Power Apps. Select + New connection and choose SQL Server. Specify the authentication type (e.g., Azure AD Integrated, SQL Server Authentication, or Windows Authentication). For on-premise databases, install and configure an on-premise data gateway to enable secure data transfer between Power Apps and the database.

2. Provide Database Details: Enter the server name, database name, and credentials (depending on the authentication type). If using Windows Authentication (non-shared), you’ll be prompted for database details when creating the app.

3. Select Tables or Views: After connecting, choose the table or view you want to use in the app. Power Apps will load the data and generate a default app layout for customization.