Crud SQL

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What are the basic operations for interacting with data in a SQL database?

CRUD operations (Create, Read, Update, Delete) are fundamental for managing data in a relational database. They allow you to interact with tables by adding, retrieving, modifying, and removing rows.
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Description

CRUD operations are the core of any data manipulation in a relational database system. They provide a structured way to interact with data stored in tables. Understanding these operations is crucial for any SQL developer. **Create (INSERT):** This operation adds new rows to a table. It's essential for populating the database with initial data and for adding new records as needed. The INSERT statement specifies the values for the columns you want to populate.**Read (SELECT):** This operation retrieves data from a table. It's used to query and display specific information based on various criteria. SELECT statements allow you to filter, sort, and aggregate data to extract the desired information.**Update (UPDATE):** This operation modifies existing data in a table. It's used to change values in specific rows based on conditions. The UPDATE statement specifies the columns to update and the new values.**Delete (DELETE):** This operation removes rows from a table. It's used to clean up outdated or incorrect data. The DELETE statement specifies the rows to remove based on conditions.

Why Crud SQL is important

CRUD operations are fundamental to any application that interacts with a database. They form the basis for data management, enabling developers to build robust and efficient applications that can store, retrieve, and modify data effectively.

Example Usage


-- Create a table named 'Customers'
CREATE TABLE Customers (
    CustomerID INT PRIMARY KEY,
    FirstName VARCHAR(50),
    LastName VARCHAR(50),
    City VARCHAR(50)
);

-- Insert new customer data
INSERT INTO Customers (CustomerID, FirstName, LastName, City)
VALUES
(1, 'John', 'Doe', 'New York'),
(2, 'Jane', 'Smith', 'Los Angeles');

-- Retrieve customer information
SELECT * FROM Customers WHERE City = 'New York';

-- Update a customer's city
UPDATE Customers SET City = 'Chicago' WHERE CustomerID = 1;

-- Delete a customer
DELETE FROM Customers WHERE CustomerID = 2;

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