MSSQL DATABASE INTERVIEW QUESTIONS

What is First Normal Form (1NF) in the context of MSSQL databases?

Why is it important to ensure a table is in First Normal Form (1NF) in MSSQL?

How do you convert a table to First Normal Form (1NF) in MSSQL?

How does ensuring a table is in 1NF improve query performance in MSSQL?

Can you provide an example of a table that violates 1NF in MSSQL and explain why it does?

How would you normalize the following table to 1NF in MSSQL: Students(StudentID, Name, Courses)?

How does 1NF relate to the concept of atomicity in MSSQL?

How do you handle multi-valued attributes in a table when normalizing to 1NF in MSSQL?

What challenges might you face when converting a complex table to 1NF in MSSQL, and how can you address them?

Explain a scenario where ensuring 1NF is crucial for a business application in MSSQL and describe how you would implement it.