Databricks-DA-Assoc Executing Queries with Databricks SQL Practice Question
You want to create a temporary view that is only available for the duration of the current SQL session. Which command achieves this?
⚠ Common exam trap
Candidates might select GLOBAL TEMPORARY VIEW, which persists across sessions, failing to satisfy the specific requirement for a view limited strictly to the current session duration.
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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CREATE TEMPORARY VIEW view_name AS SELECT * FROM table
Temporary views are essential for breaking down complex analytical tasks into manageable chunks without cluttering the persistent metadata layer. By scoping the view to the session, you ensure that temporary tables do not interfere with other users or permanent database objects. This is a standard best practice for modularizing complex data preparation scripts before inserting them into final reporting tables.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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CREATE VIEW view_name AS SELECT * FROM table
Why it's wrong here
A standard CREATE VIEW command creates a persistent object stored in the catalog. This view remains available to all users and sessions until explicitly dropped. It does not provide the session-level isolation needed for temporary, short-lived analytical transformations or intermediate query steps that should not persist in the database.
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CREATE TEMPORARY VIEW view_name AS SELECT * FROM table
Why this is correct
The TEMPORARY keyword limits the visibility of the view to the current SQL session. Once the session ends, the view is automatically dropped. This is perfect for complex queries requiring intermediate steps that do not need to be shared or persisted across the broader organizational data environment.
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CREATE LOCAL VIEW view_name AS SELECT * FROM table
Why it's wrong here
There is no 'LOCAL VIEW' command in Databricks SQL. This syntax will result in an error. The correct syntax for a session-scoped object is CREATE TEMPORARY VIEW, which ensures the metadata is cleaned up properly at the end of the user's connection, preventing unnecessary clutter in the catalog.
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CREATE SESSION TABLE view_name AS SELECT * FROM table
Why it's wrong here
This is not valid Databricks SQL syntax. To create a temporary table-like object, you would use CREATE TEMPORARY VIEW. Using incorrect syntax leads to query failure. Always verify the command structure against the official Databricks SQL documentation to ensure the engine correctly interprets your intent for temporary data structures.
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