MySQL Exact Phrase Full-Text Search with Solution

Searching for Exact Phrases Using Quoted Strings

Write a MySQL query to perform a full-text search for the exact phrase "data science" in the "Content" column using boolean mode.

Solution:

-- Search for the exact phrase "data science" using BOOLEAN MODE.
-- The MATCH function is used to specify the column (Content) to search within.
-- AGAINST defines the search query and the mode (BOOLEAN MODE) for advanced search capabilities.
-- The double quotes around "data science" ensure that the exact phrase is matched, not individual words.
SELECT * 
FROM Articles
WHERE MATCH(Content) AGAINST('"data science"' IN BOOLEAN MODE);

Explanation:

• Purpose of the Query:
• To retrieve articles containing the exact phrase "data science".
• Demonstrates the use of double quotes in BOOLEAN MODE for exact phrase searching.
• Key Components:
• '"data science"' : The phrase enclosed in double quotes indicates an exact match.
• IN BOOLEAN MODE : Specifies that boolean operators are used.
• Real-World Application:
• Useful in academic and technical search engines where precise phrases are important

Notes:

• Exact phrase searches may yield fewer results; adjust criteria as needed.
• Ensure proper indexing for reliable performance.

For more Practice: Solve these Related Problems:

• Write a MySQL query to perform a full-text search in BOOLEAN MODE for the exact phrase "data science" in the Content column by enclosing the phrase in double quotes.
• Write a MySQL query to search for the exact phrase "big data analytics" in the Content column using BOOLEAN MODE with quoted strings.
• Write a MySQL query to perform a full-text search for the exact phrase "machine learning model" in the Content column by applying double quotes in BOOLEAN MODE.
• Write a MySQL query to search in BOOLEAN MODE for the precise phrase "predictive analytics" in the Content column, ensuring the phrase is enclosed in quotes.

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