In this lesson, we will explore the syntax and structure of T-SQL queries that incorporate date functions.

Date functions are invaluable tools in T-SQL that enable you to manipulate and analyze date and time data with precision and ease. Whether you need to extract components of a date, perform calculations, or format date values, date functions offer a wide range of functionalities to meet your needs.

Throughout this lesson, we will explore various date functions available in T-SQL, including tasks for extracting date components such as YEAR, MONTH, and DAY, and functions for date arithmetic such as DATEADD and DATEDIFF. Additionally, we will cover functions for formatting date values and retrieving specific parts of a date, such as DATEPART.

You will learn how to effectively integrate data functions into your T-SQL queries to perform tasks such as calculating intervals between dates, filtering data based on specific date criteria, and formatting date output according to your preferences.

By the end of this lesson, you will have a solid understanding of T-SQL date functions and how to leverage them to manipulate and analyze date and time data effectively in your SQL Server queries. Get ready to enhance your T-SQL querying skills and unlock new possibilities in date-based data manipulation and analysis!