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Cursors And Its Usage

G.SAI DHANUSH
237R5A0527
DBMS
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Introduction to Cursors

Cursors are database objects used to retrieve


and manipulate data in a set.

They are commonly used in SQL programming


to navigate through a result set.

Cursors provide a way to process individual


rows of a query result one at a time.
Types of Cursors

There are three types of cursors in SQL:


forward-only, static, and dynamic.

Forward-only cursors allow fetching rows only


in a forward direction.

Static cursors create a temporary copy of the


data and are not affected by changes made to
the underlying data.
Types of Cursors (cont.)

Dynamic cursors reflect changes made to the


underlying data when fetched.

Cursors can also be classified as read-only or


updatable, depending on whether they allow
modifications to the data.

Choosing the appropriate cursor type is crucial


for efficient data processing.
Declaring and Opening Cursors

To use a cursor in SQL, you first need to declare


it using a DECLARE statement.

After declaration, the cursor is opened using the


OPEN statement to execute the associated
query.

Opening a cursor establishes a result set that can


be navigated using FETCH statements.
Fetching Data with Cursors

Once a cursor is opened, data can be retrieved


row by row using FETCH statements.

The FETCH statement moves the cursor


position to the next row in the result set.

Cursors provide granular control over data


retrieval and processing.
Closing Cursors

After processing data with a cursor, it is


essential to close the cursor using the CLOSE
statement.

Closing a cursor releases the resources


associated with it and frees up memory.

Failing to close a cursor can lead to memory


leaks and performance issues.
Cursor Limitations

Cursors can be inefficient for processing large


result sets due to their row-by-row processing
nature.

They may also lead to performance issues and


increased server load.

It is recommended to use set-based operations


instead of cursors whenever possible for better
performance.
Best Practices for Cursor Usage

Minimize the use of cursors by opting for set-


based operations like JOINs and subqueries.

Use cursors only when necessary for specific


row-level processing tasks.

Always remember to close the cursor after


completing the data processing to prevent
resource leaks.
Conclusion

Cursors are valuable tools for navigating and


processing data in SQL programming.

Understanding the types of cursors and their


appropriate usage is crucial for efficient
database operations.

By following best practices and considering the


limitations of cursors, developers can optimize
their data processing workflows.
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