What is Database Migration Service?

Database Migration Service (DMS) is a tool or service designed to help migrate databases from one system to another. This can involve moving data, schema, stored procedures, and other database objects between different database platforms (e.g., Oracle to PostgreSQL), different versions of the same database platform, or between on-premises and cloud environments. DMS solutions typically handle tasks such as schema conversion, data validation, and minimizing downtime during the migration process. It simplifies the complex and often risky process of moving databases.