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  • Selecting Data

    Example: Explanation: This command retrieves all columns and rows from the employees table. The asterisk (*) is a wildcard that represents all columns.

  • Definition of an SQL Query

    SQL Query: An SQL query is a request to perform a specific operation on the database, such as retrieving data, inserting new data, updating existing records, or deleting records. In Oracle, SQL (Structured Query Language) is the standard language used to interact with the database.

  • Using WITH READ ONLY

    The WITH READ ONLY clause prevents any DML operations (INSERT, UPDATE, DELETE) on the view. This is useful for views intended solely for data retrieval. Example Explanation: This view can be queried but cannot be modified. It provides a safeguard against accidental data changes, ensuring data integrity.

  • Using WITH CHECK OPTION

    The WITH CHECK OPTION clause ensures that any inserts or updates to the view comply with the criteria defined in the view’s SELECT statement. If a DML operation would result in a row that doesn’t meet the view’s criteria, it will be rejected.Example: Explanation: This ensures that any updates made through the high_salary_employees view must…

  • Materialized Views

    Unlike regular views, materialized views store the result of a query physically on disk. This allows for faster access to data since it does not need to be re-computed every time it is queried. Creating a Materialized View: Explanation: This creates a materialized view named mv_employee_salaries, which calculates and stores the average salary for each…

  • Dropping a View

    To remove a view from the database, you use: Example: Explanation: This command deletes the employee_view from the database, meaning it can no longer be queried or used.

  • Altering a View

    To change the definition of an existing view, you can use the CREATE OR REPLACE VIEW statement: Example Explanation: This updates the employee_view to include the department_id column and maintains the same salary filter.

  • Updating a View

    Some views can be updated directly if they meet certain criteria (e.g., they reference a single table without aggregate functions).Syntax: Example: Explanation: This updates the salary of the employee with employee_id 1, increasing it by 10%. The update reflects in the underlying employees table.

  • Querying a View

    You can query a view just like you would a regular table: Explanation: This retrieves all rows from the employee_view, showing only employees who meet the salary condition set during the view’s creation.