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SOQL Operators

SOQL Operators

SOQL operators include comparison and logical for query conditions.

Introduction to SOQL Operators

SOQL (Salesforce Object Query Language) operators are essential tools that allow developers to build precise and efficient queries. They are used to filter and manipulate data retrieved from Salesforce databases. Understanding these operators can significantly enhance your ability to work with data in Salesforce.

Comparison Operators

Comparison operators in SOQL are used to compare field values against a specified condition. These operators are similar to those found in SQL and other programming languages.

  • =: Equals
  • !=: Not equal to
  • >: Greater than
  • >=: Greater than or equal to
  • <: Less than
  • <=: Less than or equal to
  • LIKE: Used for pattern matching

The above query retrieves accounts where the Name field is exactly 'Acme'.

This query retrieves accounts with names that start with 'Ac'. The LIKE operator is case-insensitive and supports the use of the '%' wildcard to match any number of characters.

Logical Operators

Logical operators combine multiple conditions in a SOQL query. These operators enable more complex queries by allowing multiple filters.

  • AND: Combines two conditions and returns true if both are true.
  • OR: Combines two conditions and returns true if either is true.
  • NOT: Negates a condition.

This query retrieves accounts in the Banking industry located in the USA. Both conditions must be true for a record to be included.

This query retrieves accounts either in the Banking industry or located in the USA. A record will be included if it meets either condition.

Using NOT with Logical Operators

The NOT operator can be used to exclude records that meet a particular condition.

This query retrieves accounts where the billing country is not the USA, effectively excluding those records from the result set.

Conclusion

Understanding and utilizing SOQL operators allows for the creation of powerful and flexible queries. By mastering these operators, you can refine your data retrieval processes and better leverage Salesforce's capabilities.

In the next part of this series, we will delve into the WHERE clause, further expanding our ability to filter Salesforce data effectively.

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