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Which of the following SQL operations can be performed on a VIEW in SQLite?
Which of the following SQL operations can be performed on a VIEW in SQLite?
- Update existing records
- Read data from the view (correct)
- Delete existing records
- Insert new records
Which command is not supported by the ALTER TABLE operation in SQLite?
Which command is not supported by the ALTER TABLE operation in SQLite?
- RENAME TABLE
- DROP COLUMN (correct)
- ADD COLUMN
- ALTER COLUMN (correct)
What is the primary use of the INSERT command in SQLite's Data Manipulation Language?
What is the primary use of the INSERT command in SQLite's Data Manipulation Language?
- To create a new record (correct)
- To modify existing records
- To view records
- To delete records
Which statement about triggers in SQLite is correct?
Which statement about triggers in SQLite is correct?
What does the DROP command do in the context of Data Definition Language?
What does the DROP command do in the context of Data Definition Language?
What is the result of executing the command '.header OFF' in SQLite?
What is the result of executing the command '.header OFF' in SQLite?
In SQLite, which of the following statements correctly describes Full Outer Join functionality?
In SQLite, which of the following statements correctly describes Full Outer Join functionality?
Which permission type can be applied to SQLITE databases?
Which permission type can be applied to SQLITE databases?
Which mode is not available for setting the output of the SQLite query?
Which mode is not available for setting the output of the SQLite query?
What character pair signifies the beginning of a comment in SQLite code?
What character pair signifies the beginning of a comment in SQLite code?
How does SQLite handle data types compared to other database management systems like MySQL?
How does SQLite handle data types compared to other database management systems like MySQL?
Which of the following is not a storage class provided by SQLite?
Which of the following is not a storage class provided by SQLite?
What benefit do comments provide in SQLite code?
What benefit do comments provide in SQLite code?
What happens when a column in SQLite is declared with an integer data type?
What happens when a column in SQLite is declared with an integer data type?
Which output mode in SQLite will provide values delimited by a specific separator string?
Which output mode in SQLite will provide values delimited by a specific separator string?
What is unique about SQLite's datatype system compared to static type systems?
What is unique about SQLite's datatype system compared to static type systems?
What is the purpose of the ROLLBACK command in SQLite?
What is the purpose of the ROLLBACK command in SQLite?
After executing a COMMIT command, what happens to the changes made in the transaction?
After executing a COMMIT command, what happens to the changes made in the transaction?
What is the primary role of a SAVEPOINT in SQLite transactions?
What is the primary role of a SAVEPOINT in SQLite transactions?
What command is used to release a savepoint in SQLite?
What command is used to release a savepoint in SQLite?
What will happen if a ROLLBACK command is issued without prior COMMIT?
What will happen if a ROLLBACK command is issued without prior COMMIT?
What is the primary benefit of SQLite's variable length columns?
What is the primary benefit of SQLite's variable length columns?
Which feature distinguishes SQLite as a cross-platform DBMS?
Which feature distinguishes SQLite as a cross-platform DBMS?
How can multiple SAVEPOINTs be utilized in a transaction?
How can multiple SAVEPOINTs be utilized in a transaction?
What is the outcome of executing a DELETE command followed by a ROLLBACK in a transaction?
What is the outcome of executing a DELETE command followed by a ROLLBACK in a transaction?
How does SQLite ensure better performance compared to file systems?
How does SQLite ensure better performance compared to file systems?
What is true about the SQLite database state after issuing a COMMIT following a DELETE command?
What is true about the SQLite database state after issuing a COMMIT following a DELETE command?
What is a major advantage of SQLite not requiring installation?
What is a major advantage of SQLite not requiring installation?
Which of the following describes a situation where SQLite is most useful?
Which of the following describes a situation where SQLite is most useful?
What is a common misconception about SQLite's reliability?
What is a common misconception about SQLite's reliability?
What is a benefit of SQLite's many available APIs?
What is a benefit of SQLite's many available APIs?
Which characteristic of SQLite contributes to its lightweight nature?
Which characteristic of SQLite contributes to its lightweight nature?
What is the purpose of the SQLite strftime() function?
What is the purpose of the SQLite strftime() function?
Which format specifier would you use to extract the day of the week in SQLite?
Which format specifier would you use to extract the day of the week in SQLite?
What is the correct SQLite query to get the current time in HH:MM format?
What is the correct SQLite query to get the current time in HH:MM format?
Which query will return the time after 30 seconds from the current time?
Which query will return the time after 30 seconds from the current time?
How would you extract the year from the current date using SQLite?
How would you extract the year from the current date using SQLite?
Which of the following statements about obtaining time after 45 minutes is true?
Which of the following statements about obtaining time after 45 minutes is true?
What does the %j format specifier represent in SQLite?
What does the %j format specifier represent in SQLite?
In the strftime() function, what does the format specifier %M return?
In the strftime() function, what does the format specifier %M return?
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Study Notes
Overview of SQLite
- Configuration is not required; SQLite requires no complex setup or administration.
- Cross-platform support enables usage on Windows, Mac OS, Linux, Unix, and embedded systems like Symbian and Windows CE.
- Efficient data storage methods facilitate straightforward data saving processes.
- Column lengths are variable; SQLite allocates only the necessary space for stored values, enhancing memory efficiency.
Advantages of SQLite
- Lightweight design allows for integration in embedded systems like televisions, smartphones, cameras, and household electronics.
- Performance is superior with fast read/write operations, approximately 35% faster than traditional file systems.
- No installation is necessary; users simply download SQLite libraries to get started.
- High reliability ensures minimal data loss during power failures due to continuous content updates.
SQLite Commands
- Commands are categorized into DDL (Data Definition Language), DML (Data Manipulation Language), and DQL (Data Query Language).
- DDL commands include CREATE for object creation, ALTER for modifications, and DROP for deleting objects.
- DML commands include INSERT for adding records, UPDATE for modifying records, and DELETE for removing records.
- DQL includes SELECT for retrieving data from tables.
SQLite Dot Commands
- Special commands that enhance SQLite's usability include .help for assistance and .show for current settings.
- .exit or /.quit exits the SQLite prompt; .tables checks for table existence.
- Various output modes can be set (.mode) including csv, html, and tab-separated formats.
Comments in SQLite
- Comments improve code readability and begin with two hyphens (--). Nested comments are not allowed.
SQLite Data Types
- Dynamic type system allows the data type to be associated with the value rather than the column definition, contrasting with static type systems in other DBMS like MySQL.
- Five primitive data types (storage classes) reflect SQLite's storage format flexibility.
Transactions in SQLite
- ROLLBACK command cancels transactions, reverting to the last successful state.
- EXAMPLE usage of ROLLBACK illustrates how to remove inserted records without committing changes.
- COMMIT command finalizes changes made during a transaction.
SQLite Savepoints
- Savepoints mark specific points in transactions for rollback or acceptance of changes.
- CREATE a savepoint using the command SAVEPOINT savepoint_name; and release it with RELEASE savepoint_name.
Time Functions
- Queries like SELECT time() and SELECT time('now', '+45 minutes') illustrate SQLite's capability to handle date and time calculations.
strftime() Function
- strftime(format, datetimestring, [modifiers]) converts datetime strings into defined formats, enabling date manipulation and retrieval.
- Format specifiers include %d (day), %m (month), %Y (year), among others.
- Example queries demonstrate extracting specific date and time components from the current date.
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