How do I use prepared statements in SQL?

How do I use prepared statements in SQL?

Prepared statements are a way to execute SQL queries efficiently and securely. They help prevent SQL injection attacks.

Can you show me an example of a prepared statement?

Sure! In PHP, you can use PDO like this: $stmt = $pdo->prepare('SELECT * FROM users WHERE email = ?'); $stmt->execute([$email]);.

What are the benefits of using prepared statements?

The main benefits include improved performance, security against SQL injection, and easier code maintenance.

Are prepared statements supported in all databases?

Most modern databases support prepared statements, including MySQL, PostgreSQL, and SQLite.