Tips and Tricks to Use SQL Query Builder

Database managers are often faced with two typical scenarios whenever writing and completing SQL server queries: either you visualize SQL server tables from your database in your head or reference an existing data model. Fortunately, advanced SQL server management suites and programs now have visual query tools that help simplify and streamline the process. In fact, many of the most recent developments don't even require users to learn SQL or any other query language in depth to be used productively. Best of all, these solutions are web based, meaning you skip the trouble of having to install any software on your machine.

The latest and best online SQL query builders you will find in the market today include robust features and functionalities, among the most notable of which is a visual tool that generates complex SQL queries for all kinds of databases. This visual tool is also supported by all major databases, ranging from Oracle to PostgreSQL, SQL Server, and MySQL, among many others. When searching for an efficient SQL query builder, look for a platform that allows you to create complex queries without the need for in depth knowledge of code-writing. In fact, the best platforms nowadays allow users to build queries without having to write a single line of code, thanks to their intuitive design and interface that help users add conditions and form queries with just a few simple clicks.

Below are some useful tips and tricks that you can use to maximize the benefits of your web based SQL query builder:

• To create SQL select statements, you can drag and drop database tables from your schema browser directly to your query builder. The program will then automatically build join conditions based on Primary and Foreign keys between two tables.
• When building queries, your editor can also display a live data preview so you can apply different kinds of filter conditions on your live data, select or unselect columns, and sort results. All these, you can do efficiently, even without SQL knowledge. You may also export data from your data preview window into different formats like PDF, CSV, and HTML. Configuring export to external storage will also allow you to save export data directly on/to external storage locations like Google Drive or Amazon S3.
• Live SQL preview when building queries also allow you to apply different filter conditions via the visual query builder, which you may also use to streamline the creation of SQL reports and running of SQL statements.

This article is written by Mike Shah, the CTO of Datasparc Inc. Datasparc Inc. is an online web based SQL tool & database reporting software provider.