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What is a database trigger?

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Explain database triggers.

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A trigger is procedural code that runs automatically on INSERT/UPDATE/DELETE (before or after). Used for auditing, enforcing complex rules, or maintaining derived data — but overuse hides logic and can hurt performance.

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