Lead PM for MSSQL extension in VS Code here. I’m glad to share that we have both features (Schema Designer, GitHub Copilot) into the MSSQL extension for VS Code. You can check out this end-to-end demo showcasing those capabilities: https://aka.ms/vscode-mssql-copilot-demo

As I’ve mentioned in a few other threads, the PostgreSQL team recently forked our MSSQL extension to kick off a fresh implementation for Postgres. It’s built on the same foundation we’re actively improving and evolving for both extensions.

Lead PM for SQL in VS Code here. I’m glad to hear SSMS is working well for you! I’d love to better understand why VS Code doesn’t meet your needs in the same way.

We’re actively working to improve the experience, and learning what works for you in SSMS would be incredibly valuable.

You’re right—the old PostgreSQL extension was outdated. The team recently forked our modern MSSQL extension (I’m the Lead PM) to build a new one for PostgreSQL. It’s a fresh start, built on the same foundation we’re actively improving.

We’re still working on bringing over some Azure Data Studio features to the VS Code extension, especially around import/export (like flat file and DACPAC). I’d love to hear what else you think is missing.

If you’re interested, here’s our open roadmap: https://aka.ms/vscode-mssql-roadmap

Thanks for sharing this thoughtful feedback.I’d be happy to connect you with the PM leading that area, so your insights can be heard directly—feel free to reach out if you’re interested.

Feel free to connect with me on LinkedIn, and we can go from there: https://www.linkedin.com/in/croblesm/

No problem, thank you for reading it. I'm not sure I have much else constructive to add beyond that. Thank you for your work on this and good luck.

Thanks for your feedback! I’m a PM on the SQL Experiences team, and if you’re open to it, I’d be happy to connect you with the PM leading the SSDT (VS) effort.

Feel free to connect with me on LinkedIn, and we can go from there: https://www.linkedin.com/in/croblesm/

Thank you so much, Pamela! You’ve been an amazing and key partner in our journey—your feedback and support have truly made a difference.

That’s correct—I’m the lead PM for the SQL extension in Visual Studio Code. We’ve been working closely with the PostgreSQL team; in fact, their extension is essentially a fork of ours, as you pointed out correctly.

Just to clarify on the Azure Data Studio (ADS) point: the MSSQL extension includes many of the core features from ADS, but our strategy is slightly different and focused on a modern, developer-first experience.

Here’s the link to our open roadmap—would love to hear your thoughts: https://aka.ms/vscode-mssql-roadmap