How can create a random function which will randomly pic a row from table

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Hi, I want create a function in stored procedure. If i have a table in which there are more than one rows which have similar name but different categories, now i want create a random function after that onr row will select automatically.

Posted 17-Jun-12 21:06pm

Vidit Kumar Tyagi

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Solution 1

Hi try this,

SQL

Select * from tablename order by newid()

this will retrieve the rows randomnly...

Posted 17-Jun-12 21:14pm

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Updated 17-Jun-12 22:35pm

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member60 18-Jun-12 4:35am

My 5!

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OriginalGriff · Accepted Answer · 2012-06-17T21:15:00

Solution 2

To select a random record, combine TOP with NEWID:

SQL

SELECT TOP 1 * from MyTable ORDER BY NEWID()

In your case, you will probably need to replace MyTable with your procedure output.

Posted 17-Jun-12 21:15pm

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Maciej Los 18-Jun-12 4:24am

Good answer, my 5!

member60 18-Jun-12 4:35am

my 5!