MYSQL DATABASE INTERVIEW QUESTIONS

What is a surrogate key in MySQL?

How do you create a table with a surrogate key in MySQL?

What are the advantages of using surrogate keys over natural keys?

Can you use a UUID as a surrogate key in MySQL? How would you implement it?

What are the potential drawbacks of using surrogate keys?

How do surrogate keys help in maintaining data integrity in MySQL?

Explain how surrogate keys can impact database normalization.

How would you handle surrogate key generation in a distributed MySQL environment?

Discuss the performance considerations when using surrogate keys in large MySQL databases.

Describe a scenario where using a surrogate key is essential, and explain the implementation steps in MySQL.