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Query Tuning Cheat Sheet

This document outlines common query tuning techniques to improve database performance. Key strategies include using indexing, avoiding SELECT *, writing SARGable queries, optimizing joins, and updating statistics. Additionally, it emphasizes the importance of analyzing execution plans to identify performance issues.

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Query Tuning Cheat Sheet

This document outlines common query tuning techniques to improve database performance. Key strategies include using indexing, avoiding SELECT *, writing SARGable queries, optimizing joins, and updating statistics. Additionally, it emphasizes the importance of analyzing execution plans to identify performance issues.

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Common Query Tuning Techniques - One Pager Cheat Sheet

1. Use Indexing

- Add indexes to columns in WHERE, JOIN, ORDER BY.

- Use execution plans to verify index usage.

2. Avoid SELECT *

- Fetch only needed columns to reduce load.

3. Write SARGable Queries

- Avoid functions on columns in WHERE.

- Use range-based filtering for dates.

4. Optimize Joins

- Join on indexed columns.

- Use INNER JOIN when possible.

5. Avoid Correlated Subqueries

- Replace with joins or CTEs for better performance.

6. Update Statistics & Rebuild Indexes

- Keeps query optimizer accurate.

7. Use TOP/LIMIT

- Restrict result sets to reduce memory and CPU.

8. Use Proper Data Types

- Choose the smallest data type that fits.

Bonus Tip: Always analyze the execution plan to find scans, lookups, and cost.

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