Connecting to Data Sources

In SSRS, data sources are used to establish the connection to a data source, such as a SQL Server database, an Oracle database, or an Excel file. Once a data source is created, it can be used to create datasets where the actual data is retrieved from the data source. In this tutorial, we will explain how to create and use data sources in SSRS.

Syntax

The syntax for connecting to a data source in SSRS is as follows:

1. Click on the New Data Source button in the Data Sources folder.
2. Select the type of data source you want to use, such as SQL Server, Oracle, or Excel.
3. Provide the connection details, such as the server name and database name for a SQL Server data source.
4. Test the connection to ensure it is working properly.

Example

To create a new data source in SSRS, follow these steps:

1. Open SQL Server Data Tools and create a new Report Server Project.
2. In the Solution Explorer, navigate to the Data Sources folder and right-click on it.
3. Click on New Data Source, which will open the Data Source Properties window.
4. Select the type of data source you want to use, such as SQL Server or Oracle.
5. Enter the connection details, such as the server name and database name for a SQL Server data source.
6. Test the connection by clicking on the Test Connection button.
7. Click on OK to save the data source.

Once the data source is saved, it can be used to create datasets where the actual data is retrieved from the data source.

Output

The output of creating a data source is a connection to a data source that can be used to create datasets.

Explanation

Data sources are used to establish the connection to a data source in SSRS. Once a data source is created, it can be used to create datasets where the actual data is retrieved from the data source. In SSRS, a data source includes the connection details required to access the data source, such as the server name, database name, and authentication mode.

Use

Data sources are used to establish the connection to a data source in SSRS. They are created once and can be used to create multiple datasets. This provides a centralized location for managing the connection details to various data sources.

Important Points

• Data sources in SSRS require connection details, such as the server name, database name, and authentication mode.
• Multiple datasets can be created from a single data source.
• Data sources provide a centralized location for managing the connection details to various data sources.

Summary

In SSRS, data sources are used to establish the connection to a data source, such as a SQL Server database, an Oracle database, or an Excel file. Once a data source is created, it can be used to create datasets where the actual data is retrieved from the data source. Creating a data source involves providing the connection details required to access the data source, such as the server name, database name, and authentication mode. This provides a centralized location for managing the connection details to various data sources.