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MySQL STRCMP() Function

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Core idea

What is the main idea behind MySQL STRCMP() Function?

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Which statement best captures the main point of this lesson?

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Complete the missing token from the example code.

___ STRCMP("SQL Tutorial",
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The STRCMP() function compares two strings.
Definition and Usage
MySQL STRCMP() Function

Example

SELECT STRCMP("SQL Tutorial",
  "SQL Tutorial");

Definition and Usage

The STRCMP() function compares two strings.

Syntax

STRCMP(
string1
,
string2
)

Parameter Values

ParameterDescription
string1, string2Required. The two strings to be compared

Return Values

  • If string1 = string2 , this function returns 0
  • If string1 < string2 , this function returns -1
  • If string1 > string2 , this function returns 1

Technical Details

Works in:From MySQL 4.0

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