Summary

This chapter covered advanced database techniques, focusing on indexing, views, stored procedures, UDFs, and CTEs. It discussed different types of indexes, their impact on performance, and best practices for their use. Views were explained as customizable virtual tables for simplifying queries and enhancing security. Stored procedures were highlighted for their reusability and efficiency in database operations. Then, UDFs were detailed for their role in optimizing code and enriching SQL queries. Finally, CTEs were introduced for their modularity and efficiency in complex queries. This chapter aims to equip developers with knowledge to create efficient, scalable, and maintainable database applications.

From this chapter, you’ve learned the essentials of optimizing database interactions through various techniques. We began by covering indexing strategies, focusing on how different index types can quicken data retrieval. From there, we learned how to create and use views...