SQL Server Reporting Services
SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) is a server-based reporting platform from Microsoft that enables the creation, deployment, and management of paginated reports. It provides tools for designing reports with data from various sources, scheduling report delivery, and hosting reports on a web server for access via browsers or applications. SSRS is commonly used for business intelligence, operational reporting, and data visualization in enterprise environments.
Developers should learn SSRS when building enterprise reporting solutions that require standardized, paginated reports with features like drill-downs, parameters, and subscriptions. It is particularly valuable in Microsoft-centric ecosystems where integration with SQL Server, SharePoint, and .NET applications is needed, such as for financial statements, regulatory compliance reports, or operational dashboards that require scheduled distribution via email or file shares.