Summary

This chapter has offered a range of tips for effective DuckDB usage. Here, we shared time-saving shortcuts for querying and adding data to a DuckDB database. We also introduced various approaches to joining tables, including positional and temporal joins, which provide interesting opportunities for analysis with DuckDB. We also learned how to use recursive queries and macros to handle hierarchical data structures.

As you continue your journey with DuckDB, we encourage you to explore further and experiment with the effective features and functionalities enhancements being added to the project.

With our understanding of effective DuckDB usage, we’re in a great position to move on to the next chapter, where we’ll dive into hands-on data analysis.