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# [Set-Based vs. Row-by-Row Operations in SQL](https://mophat.hashnode.dev/set-based-vs-row-by-row-operations-in-sql?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed)

When working with SQL, one of the most critical distinctions to understand is how set-based operations and row-by-row operations (like cursors) handle data persistence and transaction management. This difference can have a significant impact on the b...

Sep 1, 2024 · 4 min read · mophat.hashnode.dev  
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[Calvin Kiyondi Ondieki](https://hashnode.com/@CalvinKiyondi)

[Sep 2, 2024](https://hashnode.com/posts/set-based-vs-row-by-row-operations-in-sql/66d48de276fe8b6dc7f39802/comment/66d54e56ae76997fb7fe8729)

This is great Mophat. It is great you clearly highlighted best use cases for each because I know where data integrity and efficiency is importance then set-based operation will be ideal