Running a Saved SQL Query: A Comprehensive Guide

In its simplest form, executing a saved SQL query involves calling a previously defined stored procedure. Here’s a basic outline:

Executing a Stored Procedure

The syntax for running a stored procedure is straightforward:

USE [DataBaseName]GOEXEC [StoredProcedureName] GO

If your stored procedure requires parameters, you must specify them. The parameter name and type must match exactly those defined in the stored procedure:

USE [DataBaseName]GOEXEC [StoredProcedureName] @Year  2017 GO

Where Are Stored Procedures Stored?

Stored procedures are typically stored within the database itself or in the code that interacts with the database. The latter might be a web application or a desktop application.

Running a Stored Procedure from Front-End Software

From your front-end web page or application, you can execute a stored procedure by its name. The process varies depending on the software you are using, but the method in a web application is quite simple:

Using a Web Page

Create a SQLConnection tool on your web page. Connect it to your database using point-and-click. Select the stored procedure you created.

Once connected, you can add a GridView to your page to display the results:

Add a GridView to your web page. Connect it to the SQLConnection tool. Hit a few ‘Okay’ buttons.

Simply running the web page will display the results. Experiment with it and you will understand the mechanics.

Importing Queries from Command Line or GUI Applications

This part is often application-dependent. For example, using a tool like SquirrelSQL (an Oracle database interface) or even the command line, you can import or pipe queries:

sqlcmd -S ServerName -d DatabaseName -Q "USE [DatabaseName]; EXEC [StoredProcedureName];"

These methods ensure that your queries are saved and managed efficiently, providing accurate and reliable results.