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Using computed columns in MySQL

Article illustrating how it is possible to use computed columns in our database tables to create additional model fields other than by using accessors.
Using Computed Columns in Laravel - Pine
MySQL and SQLite (from version 3.31.0) support the generated column definitions. Let’s see how can we use computed columns in our database schema and in what scenarios should we add them to our migrations. Virtual and Stored Columns Basically there are two types of computed columns: virtual and stored. The main difference between the two […]
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Particularly useful where the model is exported via API or as an array and needs additional derived data.

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