Job-Ready SQL in an Afternoon - Creating Tables Using Query Results

The video tutorial explains how to create new tables from query results in a database. It covers the process of using the 'CREATE TABLE' statement with a 'SELECT' query, highlighting that column definitions and data types are inferred from the query results. The tutorial also addresses handling errors when a table already exists by using 'CREATE TABLE IF NOT EXISTS'. Additionally, it discusses referencing tables in databases with multiple schemas, emphasizing the importance of using full paths to avoid ambiguity. The video provides practical tips for writing readable SQL queries.

What is the significance of using 'CREATE TABLE IF NOT EXISTS'?

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Describe the process of dropping a table using a full reference path.

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What are the advantages of using absolute paths for table references?

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