How to Use the CASE Statement in SQL Server

Jordan Sanders
1 min readDec 24, 2024

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The SQL CASE statement is a powerful tool that brings IF-THEN logic to T-SQL, allowing for dynamic query results based on specific conditions. Whether you’re dealing with simple condition-based outputs or building complex expressions involving multiple conditions, the CASE statement is an essential feature for advanced SQL queries.

In this article, you’ll discover:

  • Fundamentals of the CASE statement: Learn the syntax, rules, and differences between simple and searched CASE statements.
  • Practical examples: Explore use cases, from implementing multiple conditions to using CASE with clauses like ORDER BY, GROUP BY, and aggregate functions.
  • Advanced use cases: Learn how to use CASE in INSERT, UPDATE, and SUM statements for more dynamic and efficient data management.
  • Additionally, learn how to enhance your experience with dbForge SQL Complete.

Take a look at the full article to refine your skills and leverage all the potential of CASE statement in SQL Server.

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Jordan Sanders
Jordan Sanders

Written by Jordan Sanders

PR Manager at Devart since 2010 | Obsessed with the promotion of database development optimization

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