Presto SQL Syntax: Learn to Write SQL Queries in Presto

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PrestoDB uses regular ANSI SQL to query big data stored in object storage. If you’ve used SQL in databases before, you should be very comfortable using Presto. However, there are some quirks you need to keep in mind, stemming from the fact Presto is typically used to query semi-structured storage such as Amazon S3 rather than relational databases.

Below you’ll find some of our most popular resources relating to writing Presto SQL

Working with Date and Time Data

Working With Different Data Types

Manipulating Tables and Data

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