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  1. In SQL, comments are used to add notes or explanations without affecting query execution. They help improve readability, maintainability, and debugging.

    Example:

    -- Retrieve all customers from the USA
    SELECT *
    FROM Customers
    WHERE Country = 'USA';
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    Single-Line Comments (--) Start with two dashes -- and continue until the end of the line. Ideal for short explanations or disabling a single line of code.

    -- Select all records from Customers table
    SELECT * FROM Customers;

    SELECT * FROM Customers -- This ignores everything after the dashes
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    Inline Comments Placed after a statement on the same line using --. Useful for explaining specific clauses.

    SELECT CustomerName, Country -- Display name and country only
    FROM Customers;
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    Multi-Line (Block) Comments (/* ... */) Begin with /* and end with */. Suitable for longer notes or temporarily disabling multiple lines.

    /*
    This query retrieves all customers from the USA
    It is part of the monthly sales report generation
    */
    SELECT *
    FROM Customers
    WHERE Country = 'USA';
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  2. How to Create Comments in SQL - DataCamp

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    May 31, 2024 · While SQL queries may seem self-explanatory at first glance, adding comments in SQL statements can improve the readability and maintainability of your code. In this tutorial, we’ll see how …

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    Jan 5, 2026 · SQL comments play an essential role in enhancing the readability, maintainability, and documentation of our SQL code. By using comments effectively, developers can provide context, …

  5. How to Comment in SQL: A Beginner’s Guide

    • When working with SQL, it’s important to add comments to your code to make it more understandable and maintainable. Comments in SQL are used to explain the purpose of the code, add notes, and provide context to other developers who may read the code. In this section, we’ll cover the different ways to add comments in SQL.
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  6. How to Comment in SQL | LearnSQL.com

    Oct 29, 2024 · Learn how to add comments to your SQL code effortlessly! Discover multiple ways to make your code more readable.

  7. Comments in SQL (with examples) - CodeChef

    Jun 24, 2024 · Learn how to use SQL comments to make your code easier to understand. This guide covers types of comments, syntax, best practices, and how to comment out code. Perfect for SQL …

  8. SQL Commenting Best Practices | The Table — …

    May 12, 2025 · Learn how to write effective SQL comments with syntax examples, best practices, and tips for MySQL, PostgreSQL, and more.

  9. Mastering Comments in SQL Queries: Enhancing Code ...

    Comments in SQL queries are a simple yet powerful way to make your code clearer, more maintainable, and team-friendly. Whether you’re using single-line comments for quick notes or multi-line comments …

  10. How to add SQL comments to your code - IONOS CA

    Jan 16, 2025 · To insert comments into code, you can use SQL comments. Read on to find out more about them.

  11. Adding a Comment to a Column When Creating a Table …

    Nov 29, 2024 · Learn how to add a comment to a column when creating a table in various SQL platforms.

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