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This update refactors the sql-operators tutorial to improve technical accuracy, readability, and structural correctness. Key changes include: 1.Corrected "Operator Precedence" Example: The original examples in this section were flawed as they produced the same output, failing to demonstrate the risk of not using parentheses. This section has been rewritten with new queries that produce different results to clearly illustrate the concept. 2.Fixed LIKE Logic: Corrected the LIKE pattern matching example for "Alice" from ___ice% (3 underscores) to __ice% (2 underscores). 3.Added Missing Outputs: Provided the missing query outputs for the BETWEEN, IN, and corrected LIKE examples so users can see the result of every query. 4.Added Syntax Highlighting: Applied sql language highlighting to all code blocks for better readability. Fixed Semantic Headings: Changed main section headings from H4 (e.g., 📘) to H2 (##) for proper document structure. Standardized SQL Style: Converted all SQL data types (e.g., INT, VARCHAR) to UPPERCASE for consistency. Improved Clarity: Added a note that BETWEEN is inclusive and merged the redundant "Tips" and "Common Mistakes" sections.
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id: sql-operators
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title: SQL Operators
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sidebar_label: SQL Operators
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tags: [sql, operators, database, relational-databases, queries]
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tags:
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- sql
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- operators
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- database
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- relational-databases
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- queries
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- sql tutorial
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description: In this beginner-friendly tutorial, you will learn about SQL operators, which help you filter, compare, and manipulate data in your database queries effectively.
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keywords: [sql, operators, sql tutorial, sql basics, database queries, relational databases, sql operators tutorial, sql for beginners, sql in 2025]
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## 📙 Welcome to SQL Operators!
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Hey there! Ready to make your SQL queries more powerful? Operators are like tools that help you compare, calculate, and filter data in your database. Think of them as the "action words" that tell SQL what to do with your data. Let's dive in with simple examples that anyone can follow!
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### 📘 What Are SQL Operators?
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## 📘 What Are SQL Operators?
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SQL operators are symbols or keywords that help you:
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- Compare values (like finding students older than 18)
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- Perform calculations (like adding prices)
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- Filter data (like finding names that start with 'A')
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- Combine conditions (like students who are seniors AND have good grades)
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* Compare values (like finding students older than 18)
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* Perform calculations (like adding prices)
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* Filter data (like finding names that start with 'A')
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* Combine conditions (like students who are seniors AND have good grades)
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Imagine you have a `students` table and want to find specific information. Operators make this super easy!
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:::tip Pro Tip
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Operators are the building blocks of powerful SQL queries. Master them, and you'll be querying like a pro!
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### 📘 Arithmetic Operators (Math Made Simple)
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## ## Arithmetic Operators (Math Made Simple)
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These operators help you do math with your data:
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- **+**: Addition
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- **-**: Subtraction
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- **\***: Multiplication
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- **/**: Division
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- **%**: Modulo (remainder after division)
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* `+`: Addition
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* `-`: Subtraction
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* `*`: Multiplication
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* `/`: Division
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* `%`: Modulo (remainder after division)
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**Example**:
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**Example:**
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```sql title="Using Arithmetic Operators"
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```sql
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CREATE TABLE products (
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price DECIMAL(10,2),
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price DECIMAL(10, 2),
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quantity INT
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**Output:**
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| id | price | quantity | total_value | price_with_tax |
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|----|-------|----------|-------------|----------------|
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| 1 | 15.99 | 10 | 159.90 | 17.99 |
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| 2 | 25.50 | 5 | 127.50 | 27.50 |
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:::warning What NOT to Do
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Don't divide by zero—it will cause an error! Always check your divisor values.
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### 🔍 Comparison Operators (Finding What You Need)
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These operators help you compare values and find specific data:
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- **=**: Equal to
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- **!=** or **<>**: Not equal to
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- **<**: Less than
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- **>=**: Greater than or equal to
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**Example**:
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(3, 'Charlie', 22, 'A');
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SELECT * FROM students WHERE age > 18;
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SELECT * FROM students WHERE grade = 'A';
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**Students older than 18:**
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| 3 | Charlie | 22 | A |
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**Students with grade A:**
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| 1 | Alice | 20 | A |
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| 3 | Charlie | 22 | A |
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:::warning What NOT to Do
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