7.1

SQL View Explained

SQL Views

  • A SQL view is a SELECT statement that is stored as a database object.
  • A SQL view acts as a virtual table but contains no data.
  • You can use a view anywhere you would use a table including in a SELECT, INSERT, UPDATE, or DELETE statement.

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