AdventureWorks is used in code examples in SQL Server Books Online and companion samples that can be installed with Microsoft SQL Server. The database schema was designed to showcase SQL Server features.
AdventureWorks to Northwind Table Comparison
Lists AdventureWorks tables that contain columns and content similar to the tables in the Northwind sample database.
AdventureWorks to pubs Table Comparison
Lists AdventureWorks tables that contain columns and content similar to the tables in the pubs sample database.
AdventureWorks Data Dictionary
Describes each table in the AdventureWorks database.
SQL Server Objects in AdventureWorks
Provides details about the SQL Server objects that are used in the sample database or in the companion samples.
