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Deploy a SQL Server Linux container to Kubernetes using Helm charts

Today, we are going to take a quick look at how to deploy SQL Server on Linux containers to Azure Kubernetes Service with Helm charts.

1. First, we have to set up a Kubernetes cluster and get it running. According to our experts, it can be either a cloud-based cluster or a local cluster.
2. Next, it is time to install Helm on the local machine or the cluster we are working with.
3. At this point, we have to either create a new Helm chart or use an existing one.
4. Now, locate the values.yaml file inside the Helm chart and configure the settings for the SQL Server deployment. This includes entering the values for properties like SQL Server version, passwords, storage settings, and so on.
5. Next, we have to specify the SQL Server container image in the Helm chart. You can use the official Microsoft SQL Server container image from the Docker Hub or a custom image if required.
6. Then, we have to deploy the Helm chart to our Kubernetes cluster by running the helm install command as seen below:

   helm install my-sqlserver ./sqlserver-chart

   This will start the deployment process and create the required Kubernetes resources for the SQL Server container.
7. Now, we have to use the kubectl command to monitor the deployment status. This involves checking the pods, services, and other resources created by the Helm chart.
8. At this point, we have to connect to the SQL Server container with a SQL Server client tool like SQL Server Management Studio or Azure Data Studio.

With the above steps, we can easily deploy a SQL Server Linux container to Kubernetes with Helm charts.

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Conclusion

In summary, our Support Techs demonstrated how to deploy a SQL Server Linux container using Helm charts.