SQL Server 2008 : Standard or SQL Express
- by dr
Which is a better choice on a development box if you primarily develop Asp.Net applications and SSRS reports. I have never had to use the Express editions, so I don't really know the pros or cons.
The cons I have listed for Standard+ editions are:
toll it takes on system resources
pain to attach database for projects
pain to detach unused databases
$$$
Pros:
You have everything you need
Management Studio features
Easy move to production