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docs(jdbc): add detailed explanation of JDBC program flow and core interfaces
What - Documented the step-by-step flow of how a Java program interacts with a database using JDBC. - Explained the role of each core `java.sql` interface: 1. `Class.forName()` → dynamically loads JDBC driver. 2. `DriverManager` → manages drivers and creates connections. 3. `Connection` → represents active session with database. 4. `Statement` → executes SQL queries/updates. 5. `ResultSet` → processes query results. - Added a complete runnable example demonstrating connection to SQLite (`univ.db`) and retrieving data from `students` table. Why - JDBC is fundamental for Java-based database applications, yet its flow can be confusing to beginners. - Provides clarity on how each component fits into the lifecycle: load driver → connect → query → process → close. - Reinforces importance of closing resources to prevent memory leaks and ensure DB reliability. How - Broke explanation into sections: purpose, usage, importance of each interface. - Showed step-by-step process (load → connect → create → execute → process → close). - Provided example with `Class.forName`, `DriverManager.getConnection`, `Statement.executeQuery`, and iterating over `ResultSet`. Key Points - **Driver loading** via `Class.forName()` registers the JDBC driver with `DriverManager`. - **Connection** is mandatory for all SQL operations. - **Statement** sends SQL commands; `executeQuery` for `SELECT`, `executeUpdate` for `INSERT/UPDATE/DELETE`. - **ResultSet** is a cursor that moves row by row (`rs.next()`). - **Closing resources** (`rs.close()`, `stmt.close()`, `con.close()`) is critical for proper cleanup. Real-life Applications - Web applications (e.g., Spring Boot) connecting to relational databases like MySQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle. - Enterprise apps retrieving employee, order, or financial data. - Standalone tools/scripts for reporting, data migration, or auditing. Notes - Always use **try-with-resources** or finally blocks to close JDBC resources. - Use **PreparedStatement** instead of Statement for parameterized queries to improve security and performance. - JDBC API abstracts database communication → same code can work across different databases by changing the driver. Signed-off-by: https://github.com/Someshdiwan <[email protected]>
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Section28JDBCusingSQLite/JAVA SQL Interfaces/Java program interacts with a database.txt renamed to Section28JDBCusingSQLite/JDBC/How a Java program interacts with a database using JDBC (Java Database Connectivity).txt

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flow of how a Java program interacts with a database using JDBC (Java Database Connectivity).
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It highlights the core java.sql interfaces** involved in the process.
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It highlights the core java.sql interfaces involved in the process.
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Components Explained
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1. Class.forName()
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- This method dynamically loads the **JDBC driver** for the database you want to connect to.
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- This method dynamically loads the JDBC driver for the database you want to connect to.
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2. DriverManager
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- It is responsible for managing a list of database drivers.
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- Establishes a connection between the **Java application** and the database.
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- Establishes a connection between the Java application and the database.
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Connection con = DriverManager.getConnection("jdbc:sqlite:C:/sqlite/univ.db");
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Connection con = DriverManager.getConnection("jdbc:sqlite:your path:/sqlite/univ.db");
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Without DriverManager, your program cannot interact with the database.
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Full JDBC Example
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Full JDBC Example:
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import java.sql.*;
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