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Transaction Log Backup (for databases that support it, like SQL Server):?

Short answer: A transaction log backup records all the changes made to the database since the last transaction log backup.

Explain a bit more

It allows point-in-time recovery. Advantages: Enables recovery of the database to any specific point in time (assuming all previous logs are available). Disadvantages: Requires continuous backups of transaction logs to maintain full recovery. Example: After a transaction log backup, you can restore to a specific moment in time by replaying the logs up to that point.

Real-world example (ShopNest)

Checkout wraps stock decrement + order insert in a transaction so you never sell stock you do not have.

Say this in the interview

  1. Define — one clear sentence (the short answer above).
  2. Example — relate it to a project like ShopNest or your real work.
  3. Trade-off — when you would not use it.
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