Chapter 4. Using DB2 User-Defined Functions and Data Types
In This Chapter
• What Is a User-Defined Function?
• Types of User-Defined Functions (UDFs)
DB2 supports the creation of additional functions and data types to supplement the built-in function and data types supplied out-of-the-box. User-defined functions and types give users the ability to effectively customize DB2 to their shop requirements. The ability to customize is potentially very powerful. It also can be quite complex and requires detailed knowledge, additional application development skills, and administrative dexterity.
What Is a User-Defined Function?
A user-defined function, or UDF for ...
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