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SQLRPGLE combines SQL and RPGLE for data manipulation on IBM i systems, allowing SQL statements to be embedded in RPG programs. It includes concepts such as host variables, cursors, dynamic SQL, and transaction management with COMMIT and ROLLBACK. The document also covers error handling, optimization techniques, and differences between embedded and dynamic SQL.

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SQLRPGLE Interview Questions (1)

SQLRPGLE combines SQL and RPGLE for data manipulation on IBM i systems, allowing SQL statements to be embedded in RPG programs. It includes concepts such as host variables, cursors, dynamic SQL, and transaction management with COMMIT and ROLLBACK. The document also covers error handling, optimization techniques, and differences between embedded and dynamic SQL.

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SQLRPGLE Interview Questions and Answers

Basic Level Questions

What is SQLRPGLE?
SQLRPGLE is a combination of SQL and RPGLE (RPG IV) used to access and manipulate data
on the IBM i (AS400) system. It allows embedding SQL statements in RPG programs for
database operations like SELECT, INSERT, UPDATE, and DELETE.

How do you include SQL statements in an RPGLE program?


Use the EXEC SQL statement to include SQL code. Example:
```rpg
EXEC SQL
SELECT field1, field2
INTO :variable1, :variable2
FROM table_name
WHERE condition;
```

What are Host Variables in SQLRPGLE?


Host variables are RPG variables used to store the result of SQL queries. They are defined in
the D-spec or C-spec sections of the RPGLE program.

What is the difference between SQLRPGLE and traditional RPGLE?


SQLRPGLE incorporates SQL statements for data access and manipulation, while traditional
RPGLE relies on native file I/O operations like CHAIN, READ, and WRITE.

How do you handle SQL errors in SQLRPGLE?


Use the SQLCODE or SQLSTATE fields to handle errors. Example:
```rpg
EXEC SQL
SELECT COUNT(*) INTO :count_var FROM table_name;
IF SQLCODE < 0;
// Handle error
ENDIF;
```

Intermediate Level Questions

Explain the use of a Cursor in SQLRPGLE.


A cursor is used to fetch multiple rows from a result set. Steps:
1. Declare the cursor using `DECLARE`.
2. Open the cursor using `OPEN`.
3. Fetch rows using `FETCH`.
4. Close the cursor using `CLOSE`.
Example:
```rpg
EXEC SQL DECLARE cursor_name CURSOR FOR SELECT field FROM table;
EXEC SQL OPEN cursor_name;
EXEC SQL FETCH cursor_name INTO :variable;
EXEC SQL CLOSE cursor_name;
```

How do you use dynamic SQL in SQLRPGLE?


Dynamic SQL allows constructing SQL statements at runtime using `PREPARE` and
`EXECUTE`. Example:
```rpg
dcl-s sqlStmt varchar(500);
sqlStmt = 'SELECT COUNT(*) INTO :count_var FROM ' + table_name;
EXEC SQL PREPARE stmt FROM :sqlStmt;
EXEC SQL EXECUTE stmt;
```

What is the purpose of COMMIT and ROLLBACK in SQLRPGLE?


These are used for transaction management:
- **COMMIT**: Saves all changes made in the transaction.
- **ROLLBACK**: Undoes changes if an error occurs.

How do you call a stored procedure in SQLRPGLE?


Use the `CALL` statement. Example:
```rpg
EXEC SQL
CALL procedure_name(:param1, :param2);
```

What are the differences between Embedded SQL and Dynamic SQL in SQLRPGLE?
| **Embedded SQL** | **Dynamic SQL** |
|------------------------------|-------------------------------|
| SQL is hardcoded in the program. | SQL is constructed at runtime. |
| Easier to debug and maintain. | Useful for dynamic query generation. |
| Better performance. | Flexible for variable queries. |

Advanced Level Questions

How do you handle multiple row fetches in SQLRPGLE?


Use a cursor with a loop to fetch rows one by one:
```rpg
EXEC SQL DECLARE myCursor CURSOR FOR SELECT field1 FROM table;
EXEC SQL OPEN myCursor;
dow SQLCODE = 0;
EXEC SQL FETCH myCursor INTO :variable;
// Process row
enddo;
EXEC SQL CLOSE myCursor;
```

How do you optimize SQL queries in SQLRPGLE?


- Use appropriate indexing.
- Avoid SELECT *; specify only needed columns.
- Use JOINs instead of subqueries.
- Analyze queries using the Visual Explain tool.

How can you handle NULL values in SQLRPGLE?


Use the `INDICATOR` variable to detect NULL values. Example:
```rpg
dcl-s indicatorVar int(10);
EXEC SQL
SELECT field INTO :variable :indicatorVar FROM table;
IF indicatorVar = -1;
// Handle NULL
ENDIF;
```

Explain the use of SQLCA in SQLRPGLE.


SQLCA (SQL Communication Area) is a data structure that provides feedback about the
execution of SQL statements, such as error codes and row counts.

What is the difference between FETCH FIRST n ROWS ONLY and LIMIT?
- `FETCH FIRST n ROWS ONLY` is ANSI standard and preferred in DB2.
- `LIMIT` is specific to some databases but not always supported in DB2.

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