Data access
You can store data on the user's device by using a SQLite database. You can also connect your app directly to a SQL Server, MongoDB, or MySQL database without having to use any sort of service layer.
| Topic | Description |
|---|---|
| Use a SQLite database in a UWP app | Shows you how to use SQLite to store and retrieve data in a light-weight database on the users device. SQLite is a server-less, embedded database engine. |
| Use a SQL server database in a UWP app | Shows you how to connect directly to a SQL Server database and then store and retrieve data by using classes in the System.Data.SqlClient namespace. No service layer required. |
| Use a MongoDB database in a Windows app | Shows you how to work with a MongoDB database and test the connection programmatically. MongoDB is a cross-platform document database. |
| Use a MySQL database in a Windows app | Shows you how to connect to a MySQL database and interact with the database in a Windows application. MySQL is an open source, cross-platform relational database. |
| Use a Cosmos DB database in a Windows app | Shows you how to work with a Cosmos DB database and test the connection programmatically. Cosmos DB is a cloud-based document database. |