PHP Function SQLSRV_QUERY
The php function sqlsrv_query allows you to execute stored procedures in Microsoft SQL Server from your PHP application. Stored procedures are pre-defined database routines that can be called to perform complex operations and retrieve data. The sqlsrv_query() function returns a Boolean value that indicates whether the query was successful or not. If a query fails, you can use the sqlsrv_errors() function to get and display the error message.
Before you begin working with the php function sqlsrv_query, there are a few things that you need to ensure that are configured correctly. First, you need to have a web server installed and running on your machine or server. Popular options include Apache, Nginx, and Microsoft IIS. Next, you need to make sure that the SQLSRV Drivers are downloaded and installed. These drivers are provided by Microsoft and allow PHP to connect to SQL Server.
Finally, you need to have a MySQL database that is configured to be accessible from your web application. Once you have everything in place, it's time to work with the php function sqlsrv_query.
The sqlsrv_query() functions in this article are part of the Microsoft SQL Server Driver for PHP (called "sqlsrv"), which is a high-performance driver that has been optimized for connecting with MS SQL Server from PHP. The sqlsrv driver replaces the legacy mssql driver shipped with some versions of PHP, and it is recommended that you install and enable it together with PHP as described in our Installation Guide.