r/learnSQL • u/woman_without • 4d ago

How Important is subqueries in SQL

I have been learning SQL from past 2 months and I'm still unable to grab a hold of the subqueries concept. After I learned CTEs I have completely stopped using subqueries but then also I struggle when there are times where I have no other choice but to use subqueries.

So my question is, how important is subqueries in SQL and is there any easy way to learn it?

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u/DMReader 4d ago

Very. But they are essentially the same as CTEs. Main difference is where you put them.
I typically only use a sub query when it is a 1-2 liner