devxlogo

Using Count(*)

Using Count(*)

Using Count(*) is generally better than using Count() with a specific column name, because it gives the query engine the flexibility to find out the row count any way it can. It might, for example, just read an index instead of scanning the table.

devxblackblue

About Our Editorial Process

At DevX, we’re dedicated to tech entrepreneurship. Our team closely follows industry shifts, new products, AI breakthroughs, technology trends, and funding announcements. Articles undergo thorough editing to ensure accuracy and clarity, reflecting DevX’s style and supporting entrepreneurs in the tech sphere.

See our full editorial policy.

About Our Journalist