If you want to keep the existing files open, you can open the project and select “Add > Existing Project” from the SSMS File Menu. This will place all the open files under the “Miscellaneous Files” folder in the Solution Explorer. In this article, we have explored a simple yet efficient way to organize our SQL Server scripts using SSMS projects.

A database script project is an organized set of scripts, connection information, and templates that are all associated with a database or one part of a database. Microsoft SQL Server provides the SQL Server Management Studio for administering and designing SQL Server databases within the context of a script project.

Select “SQL Server Scripts” as the project type and give your project a name. For example, let’s name our project “TestPrj”. Once the project is created, you can open the Solution Explorer by using the shortcut Ctrl+Shift+O or by going to File > Open > Project/Solution. The Solution Explorer provides a hierarchical view of your project’s structure.

SQL (Structured Query Language) is powerful for working with databases, but without proper organization, your queries can become difficult to understand and maintain. Whether you're writing a simple SELECT statement or complex stored procedures, good organization practices will save you time and prevent errors. This guide will teach you: