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Identifying and Removing Duplicate Values

The document outlines methods for identifying and removing duplicate values in SQL. It suggests using SELECT and COUNT(), GROUP BY, SELECT DISTINCT, ROW_NUMBER(), and DELETE statements to manage duplicates effectively. Emphasis is placed on ensuring data accuracy and choosing the appropriate method for your needs.

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Identifying and Removing Duplicate Values

The document outlines methods for identifying and removing duplicate values in SQL. It suggests using SELECT and COUNT(), GROUP BY, SELECT DISTINCT, ROW_NUMBER(), and DELETE statements to manage duplicates effectively. Emphasis is placed on ensuring data accuracy and choosing the appropriate method for your needs.

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How to identify

and remove
duplicate values
in SQL
Duplicate data occurs when
information is repeated in your
database.
For instance, having two rows
with the same name and email.
Identifying Duplicates
Method 1

To find duplicates, use a simple

SELECT and COUNT().

It helps to see how many times the same


data appears.
Method 2:

You can also group data with the same


values together using GROUP BY.

This way, you can count occurrences


and pinpoint duplicates more effectively.
Removing Duplicates
Method 1:

Use SELECT DISTINCT to get only unique


records.
Method 2:

Another way is using ROW_NUMBER().

Assign numbers to rows and keep only


those with a number of 1.

This helps filter out duplicates


Method 3:

If you're very sure about removing


duplicates entirely,
then use the DELETE statement.

But be careful with this method


Double check before Deleting!
The elimination of duplicates in SQL
ensures data accuracy.

Choose the method that best aligns


with your needs.
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