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Recursive CTE

Learn Recursive CTE in SQLite through the exact construct, a dedicated example, a boundary case, and a mastery check.

12 min read • Advanced

Recursive CTE is an atomic SQLite lesson inside Advanced SQLite. The example uses the specific syntax, command, API, instruction, or language rule named by this lesson.

Study the construct itself, then change one relevant input and predict the result before running it. That keeps this lesson focused on Recursive CTE rather than on generic SQLite syntax.

Topic-specific example

sqlite-08-02.sql
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WITH RECURSIVE n(x) AS (VALUES(1) UNION ALL SELECT x+1 FROM n WHERE x<5) SELECT x FROM n;
Edge case / engineering note

Test Recursive CTE with an empty result, NULL/missing value, duplicate key, or concurrent operation where relevant; database behavior should be verified at the boundary shown by this example.

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