I have sql 2005 abril ctp. Isnt it that enough Do I really need sql server express. for what
Does the full version of visual studio also need sql server express
SQLExpress database file auto-creation error:
The connection string specifies a local SQL Server Express instance using a database location within the applications App_Data directory. The provider attempted to automatically create the application services database because the provider determined that the database does not exist. The following configuration requirements are necessary to successfully check for existence of the application services database and automatically create the application services database:

Why Visual Web Developer Express needs Sql Server Express.
ceedee
Does the full version of visual studio also need sql server express
you cannot run express editions and normal editions of sql server side by side because of some issues like you cannot use all tools for sql server etc.
steve job
Does this mean that I can't have SQL 7 and SQL server express installed on the same box Or just that they can't run simultaneously
Additionally, it appears that SQL 2000 is the oldest supported revision even though when using the gridview wizard to add a data connection sql 7 is listed as being supported - correct
Prakash M
As a work-a-round to VWD express not talking to SQL 7 (at least in my case) I've installed MSDE 2000 on an NT server on my network and VWD express talks to that with no problems.
ReNgA
I do not know that. Just try it out.