Why QUOTENAME() Should Be Your Go-To Function in SQL Server

federico-r (37)in #sql • 6 days ago

Working with dynamic SQL, auto-generated scripts, or object names that include spaces, special characters, or reserved keywords can be tricky. One small mistake and your query fails — or worse, becomes vulnerable. That’s where SQL Server’s QUOTENAME() function comes in.

QUOTENAME() automatically wraps identifiers in brackets or quotes, ensuring SQL Server interprets them correctly. With QUOTENAME(), your SQL becomes far more predictable: identifiers are validated, special characters are handled automatically, and dynamically generated queries remain structurally safe and consistent.

It’s a simple function, but it can save you hours of debugging and prevent potential errors in production. Whether you’re building complex scripts, generating SQL programmatically, or managing databases with diverse naming conventions, QUOTENAME() helps keep your SQL clean, safe, and reliable.

Learn more and see practical examples here:
https://www.devart.com/dbforge/sql/studio/sql-server-quotename-function.html

Ready to try it yourself? Download dbForge Studio for SQL Server here:
https://www.devart.com/dbforge/sql/studio/download.html

6 days ago in #sql by federico-r (37)

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