Stored Procedures
Stored procedures are precompiled SQL code blocks stored in a database that can be executed on demand. They encapsulate complex business logic, data manipulation, and queries, allowing for reusable and efficient database operations. They are supported by most relational database management systems (RDBMS) like MySQL, PostgreSQL, and SQL Server.
Developers should use stored procedures to improve performance by reducing network traffic and leveraging server-side execution, enhance security by controlling data access through defined procedures, and maintain consistency by centralizing business logic in the database. They are ideal for complex transactional operations, batch processing, and applications requiring high data integrity, such as financial systems or enterprise resource planning (ERP) software.