Use or LIKE to compare strings in SQL

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There is a (nearly religious) debate over whether LIKE or "=" should be used for comparing strings in SQL statements.

  • Does LIKE have a purpose?
  • Does the word "=" have a purpose?
  • Performance? Readability?

Any help would be appreciated. 

Sep 6, 2022 in Database by Kithuzzz
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