Data Transformation Services XML
General Information
| Title | DTSX File Extension |
| Extension | .dtsx |
| Full Form | Data Transformation Services XML |
| File Type | XML Configuration File |
| Developer | Microsoft Corporation |
| MIME Type | application/xml |
File Function
| Primary Function | Data transformation |
| Additional Functions | Data flow, ETL processes |
| Features | XML-based, Visual Studio Integration |
File Characteristics
| Quality | High configurability |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes, with tools |
Use Cases
| Data Warehousing | Yes |
| Business Intelligence | Yes |
| Database Administration | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Sensitive data exposure |
| Best Practices | Encrypted connections, Secure storage |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | With SQL Server 2005 |
| Updates | With SQL Server editions |
Associated Types
| Similar Extensions | .sql, .csv, .xls, .xlsx |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Microsoft SQL Server |
Commercial, Trial | Windows |
| Microsoft Visual Studio |
Free, Commercial | Windows |
 SSIS Designer |
Included with Visual Studio | Windows |