I wrote a blog post SQL SERVER on Linux – Commands, lots of people asked me that I should create a video about it as not everyone has Linux.
SQL SERVER on Linux – Version Specific Installation References and Commands
SQL Server on Linux installation requires instructions matched to the exact supported releases. My older customer checklist concerned Ubuntu.
mssql-conf: Configuring SQL Server on Linux Without a GUI
Use mssql-conf for SQL Server on Linux memory, file defaults, Agent, ports, and trace flags, then verify effective settings after restart.
Connecting to SQL Server From Linux
Connecting to SQL Server from Linux requires the right Microsoft ODBC packages, a Kerberos plan, and certificate trust that matches the server name.
Installing SQL Server on Linux
Installing SQL Server on Linux involves supported packages, mssql-conf setup, service checks, and an understanding of Windows differences.