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What is the purpose of using variables in queries within Flow.BI Reports?

To create static SQL queries without user inputs.
To prevent unauthorized users from accessing the database.
To enable dynamic and parameterized SQL queries based on user input. (correct)
To enhance database performance without changing queries.

Which of the following is a necessary step to define a new variable in Flow.BI Reports?

Assign it a descriptive label for documentation.
Link it directly to a data source before defining it.
Choose a data type appropriate for the data it will represent. (correct)
Set its default value to an empty string.

How should variables be referenced in an SQL query in Flow.BI?

With the prefix % before their name.
Using the ampersand symbol before their name.
With the @ symbol before their name. (correct)
By their index number in the variable list.

What happens when a variable is marked as 'Request from User'?

A dialog appears prompting the user for input before execution. (B) Signup and view all the answers

When filtering sales data using variables, what is the correct SQL syntax?

SELECT * FROM Sales WHERE SaleDate BETWEEN @StartDate AND @EndDate AND CustomerID = @CustomerID; (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is considered a best practice when using variables in queries?

Validating or sanitizing user inputs to prevent errors. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a common use case for the SearchKeyword variable?

To search for customers by their name using a keyword. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which SQL statement correctly retrieves orders within a date range defined by StartDate and EndDate variables?

SELECT * FROM Orders WHERE OrderDate BETWEEN @StartDate AND @EndDate; (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is required after defining variables and creating a data source in Flow.BI?

Insert the defined variables into your SQL query. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Define a CategoryID variable to filter products. What SQL query should be used?

SELECT * FROM Products WHERE CategoryID = @CategoryID; (B) Signup and view all the answers

Using variables in Flow.BI Reports allows for the creation of dynamic SQL queries.

True (A) Signup and view all the answers

Variables in Flow.BI Reports must be defined in the Query Editor section.

False (B) Signup and view all the answers

When a variable is marked as 'Request from User', it allows user input at runtime for that variable.

True (A) Signup and view all the answers

In SQL queries, variables are referred to using the '#' symbol.

False (B) Signup and view all the answers

The default value for a variable in Flow.BI Reports is optional and can be set by the user.

True (A) Signup and view all the answers

Query parameterization in Flow.BI requires manual linking of the variables after they are defined.

False (B) Signup and view all the answers

The SQL query 'SELECT * FROM Sales WHERE SaleDate BETWEEN @StartDate AND @EndDate' retrieves sales records within a specified date range.

True (A) Signup and view all the answers

Input validation for variables is unnecessary and can be skipped in Flow.BI Reports.

False (B) Signup and view all the answers

Dynamically searching for customers can be accomplished by using a SearchKeyword variable in the SQL query.

True (A) Signup and view all the answers

Creating a data source in Flow.BI Reports is not necessary before writing the SQL query.

False (B) Signup and view all the answers

Match the SQL query examples with their corresponding variable usage:

SELECT * FROM Sales WHERE SaleDate BETWEEN @StartDate AND @EndDate = Date Range Filtering SELECT * FROM Products WHERE CategoryID = @CategoryID = Filtering by Category SELECT * FROM Customers WHERE CustomerName LIKE '%' + @SearchKeyword + '%' = Dynamic Search SELECT * FROM Orders WHERE OrderDate BETWEEN @StartDate AND @EndDate = Date Range Filtering Signup and view all the answers

Match the variable types with their examples:

DateTime = @StartDate String = @CustomerID Number = @CategoryID Signup and view all the answers

Match the Flow.BI steps with their descriptions:

Define Variables = Assign a name and choose a data type Create a Data Source = Select your database connection Insert Variables into the Query = Use the variable with the @ symbol Enable Query Parameterization = Ensure correct linking of variables Signup and view all the answers

Match the SQL query feature with its benefit:

Dynamic SQL Queries = Customize based on user input Parameterization = Prevent SQL injection risks User Input = Allows dynamic data retrieval at runtime Default Values = Avoid empty queries Signup and view all the answers

Match the command with its purpose in SQL queries:

SELECT * FROM Sales = Retrieve all sales records WHERE SaleDate BETWEEN @StartDate AND @EndDate = Filter by date range AND CustomerID = @CustomerID = Filter by customer ID LIKE '%' + @SearchKeyword + '%' = Search for customers by name Signup and view all the answers

Match the term with its description:

Variable = A placeholder for data values Query = A request for database information Parameterization = Automatically using runtime variable values Default Value = Initial value assigned to a variable Signup and view all the answers

Match the SQL query outcome with its user interaction requirement:

Sales data retrieval = User inputs date range Product search = User inputs search keyword Category filtering = User selects category ID Order retrieval = User inputs date range Signup and view all the answers

Match the Flow.BI report feature with its use case:

Input Validation = Prevent errors from user input Default Values = Ensure queries are not empty Dynamic Queries = Adjust data retrieval based on inputs SQL Injection Prevention = Enhance security of queries Signup and view all the answers

Match the Flow.BI variable with its example usage:

@StartDate = Start of a date range @EndDate = End of a date range @CustomerID = Identifier for customer filtering @SearchKeyword = Text for searching customer names Signup and view all the answers

Match the SQL operation with its relevant query structure:

BETWEEN = Used to filter a range of values LIKE = Used for pattern matching AND = Used to combine multiple conditions SELECT = Used to retrieve data from a table Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

What are variables in Flow.BI queries used for?

Variables in Flow.BI queries enhance dynamic and parameterized SQL queries by using placeholder values. This allows you to filter and customize data at runtime.

Where do you define variables in Flow.BI?

In Flow.BI, you define variables in the Report Designer's Dictionary panel under the Variables section.

How can you allow users to input values for a variable?

When defining a variable, you can use 'Request from User' option to enable user input at runtime.

What types of data can variables hold in Flow.BI?

Flow.BI supports various variable data types like Number, Date/Time, and String, to accommodate different data needs.