Preface

SQL Server has supported machine learning capabilities since SQL Server 2016. Previously known as SQL Server 2016 R Services, SQL Server 2017 Machine Learning Services come in two flavors, R and Python. This book provides hands-on reference and learning materials for data professionals, DBAs, and data scientists on how to install, develop, deploy, maintain, and administer data science and advanced analytical solutions using SQL Server with R. Whether you are new to SQL Server, or an experienced SQL Server professional, Hands-on SQL Server Machine Learning Services with R contains practical explanations, tips, and examples to enable you to make the most of keeping analytics close to the data for better efficiency and security.