How can you delete a view in SQL?

Short answer: To delete a view, you use the DROP VIEW statement. This removes the view from the database entirely.

Example code

DROP VIEW view_name; Be cautious when dropping a view, as it will no longer be available for use in queries. Ensure no other objects are dependent on the view before dropping it.

Real-world example (ShopNest)

ShopNest’s SQL Server database stores customers, products, and orders. Good indexes and clear foreign keys keep checkout queries fast and safe.

Say this in the interview

1. Define — one clear sentence (the short answer above).
2. Example — relate it to a project like ShopNest or your real work.
3. Trade-off — when you would not use it.