SQL Server·SQL Server essentials

T-SQL basics

SQL Server uses T-SQL with batches separated by GO.

Intermediate 10 min read Lesson 1 of 150 Challenge included
What you will be able to do
  • Use SELECT and WHERE.
  • Use TOP for limits.
  • Separate batches with GO.

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SQL Server uses T-SQL with batches separated by GO.

  • Use SELECT and WHERE.
  • Use TOP for limits.
  • Separate batches with GO.
query.sqlSQL
SELECT TOP 10 title, minutes
FROM lessons
WHERE minutes >= 15
ORDER BY minutes DESC;
GO
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Answer from memory: Which clause limits rows in T-SQL?

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