joins dbms.pptx

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1. joins Database management system

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3. What is joins ? A join is an SQL operation performed to establish a connection between two or more database tables based on matching columns, thereby creating a relationship between the tables. Most complex queries in an SQL database management system involve join commands.

4. Importance of joins Combining Data : Joins allow you to retrieve data from two or more tables in a single query .  This makes databases so useful, as data can be stored in separate tables and combined when needed . Normalization : Joins help keep our database normalized .  Normalization reduces data redundancy, which in turn decreases the amount of data anomalies in our application when we delete or update a record . Efficiency : Using a join in an SQL query reduces the number of connections to just one, especially advantageous if your database server is on a separate machine .  Without joins, you would have to make multiple queries and join the data in code, resulting in multiple requests to your database . Real-world Applications : In real-world scenarios, databases generally have data in more than one table .  If we want to work with that data, we’ll have to combine multiple tables within a query.

5. Types of joins

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7. Inner join

8. Inner join

9. SELECT   ProductID , ProductName, CategoryName FROM  Products INNER   JOIN  Categories  ON   Products.CategoryID = Categories.CategoryID ;

10. SQL LEFT JOIN Keyword The  LEFT JOIN  keyword returns all records from the left table (table1), and the matching records from the right table (table2). The result is 0 records from the right side, if there is no match.

11. SQL RIGHT JOIN Keyword The  RIGHT JOIN  keyword returns all records from the right table (table2), and the matching records from the left table (table1). The result is 0 records from the left side, if there is no match. SELECT   column_name (s) FROM   table1 RIGHT   JOIN   table2 ON   table1.column_name  =  table2.column_name ;

12. SQL FULL OUTER JOIN Keyword The  FULL OUTER JOIN  keyword returns all records when there is a match in left (table1) or right (table2) table records. Tip:   FULL OUTER JOIN  and  FULL JOIN  are the same.

13. Common errors when using joins Syntax errors One of the most common and frustrating errors when using subqueries and joins is syntax errors. Syntax errors occur when you write invalid or incorrect SQL code that the database engine cannot understand or execute. For example, you may forget to close a parenthesis, use a wrong operator, or misspell a column name. Syntax errors can be avoided by following the SQL syntax rules,  using a code editor  that highlights syntax errors, and testing your queries on a small sample of data before running them on the entire database.

14. Mismatched Key Types : Ensure that the keys you’re joining on are of the same type in both tables. For example, if one table has the key as an integer and the other as a string, the join will not work as expected. Missing Keys : If a key value is missing in one table but present in the other, the joined table will have missing values for this key. It’s important to check for missing keys before performing a join. Non-Unique Keys : If the key field contains duplicate values in one or both tables, a join can result in a larger than expected table due to a phenomenon known as “Cartesian product”. Make sure your keys are unique for each record. Ignoring Case Sensitivity : SQL is case-sensitive. If you’re joining on a text field, ensure that the case matches in both tables. Memory Limitations : Joining large tables can consume a lot of memory and may result in out-of-memory errors. Consider filtering or summarizing your data before joining. Incorrect Join Type : There are different types of joins (inner, left, right, full), and using the wrong type can lead to unexpected results. Be clear about what kind of join you need for your analysis.

15. Real world examples E-commerce : In an e-commerce database, inner joins can help retrieve customer information along with their purchase history. This information is invaluable for targeted marketing campaigns or analyzing customer behavior. Human Resources : Inner joins can be used to combine employee data from different tables, such as personal details, job information, and salary records. This allows HR departments to generate comprehensive reports and make informed decisions. Inventory Management : By performing inner joins on tables containing product details and sales records, businesses can gain insights into product popularity, stock levels, and revenue generation.

16. Conclusion Joins are used to Join two or more tables in the Database. There are mainly three types of Join - Inner Join, Natural Join, Outer Join. Inner joins are of two types - Theta Join and Equi Join. Outer joins are of Three types - Left Outer Join, Right Outer Join and Full Outer Join.