DEV Community

Cover image for SQL Server UPDATE Statement: Essential Techniques and Tools
Devart
Devart

Posted on

SQL Server UPDATE Statement: Essential Techniques and Tools

Keeping your database updated is critical in today’s dynamic data environment. The SQL UPDATE statement empowers you to modify existing table rows efficiently. However, with great power comes responsibility—misuse can lead to unintended updates across all records.

This article you can learn:

  • The SQL UPDATE syntax and key parameters

  • Practical examples, from updating single columns to managing date and time values

  • Advanced techniques, including updating data with SELECT and JOIN operations

  • Additionally, discover how dbForge Studio for SQL Server simplifies and accelerates the update process.

Whether you’re updating individual rows or managing extensive relational data, this guide equips you with the knowledge and tools to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and data integrity. Read in full about the SQL UPDATE statement.

Top comments (0)