Basics of SQL
SQL (Structured Query Language) is a powerful tool for managing and manipulating relational databases. It provides a standardized way to interact with databases using commands like SELECT, INSERT, UPDATE, and DELETE. Through the use of tables, SQL helps organize and store data in a structured format. Queries retrieve specific information from databases, often involving conditions and sorting. JOIN operations combine data from multiple tables based on common fields. Aggregation functions like SUM, AVG, and COUNT perform calculations on data sets. WHERE clauses filter results based on specified criteria. Indexing enhances query performance by speeding up data retrieval. Transactions ensure data integrity by grouping operations into atomic units. Learning SQL fundamentals is essential for efficiently managing and extracting insights from data
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Computer Science
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