SQL Developer Programming Guides

Getting Started with SQL Programming

Explore the fundamentals of developing applications with SQL Server. This section provides essential information to help you get started with database programming, from basic syntax to advanced techniques.

Advanced Programming Concepts

Dive deeper into sophisticated SQL programming topics. Learn how to optimize performance, enhance security, and implement complex logic within your database solutions.

Working with Specific Features

Discover guides focused on leveraging particular SQL Server features for specialized development needs.

Code Examples and Snippets

Access a collection of practical code examples to illustrate various programming techniques and solutions.

Here's a simple example of creating a stored procedure:


CREATE PROCEDURE dbo.GetCustomerOrders
    @CustomerID INT
AS
BEGIN
    SET NOCOUNT ON;

    SELECT
        o.OrderID,
        o.OrderDate,
        p.ProductName,
        od.Quantity,
        od.UnitPrice
    FROM
        Orders AS o
    JOIN
        [Order Details] AS od ON o.OrderID = od.OrderID
    JOIN
        Products AS p ON od.ProductID = p.ProductID
    WHERE
        o.CustomerID = @CustomerID;
END
GO

For more examples, visit the SQL Code Samples page.

Performance Tuning and Optimization

Learn how to write efficient T-SQL code and design databases that perform optimally under load.