How do you handle deadlocks in SQL transactions?

Short answer: pplication to reattempt the transaction after a short delay. Optimize Transactions: Keep transactions short and ensure that they acquire locks in the same order to reduce the likelihood of deadlocks.

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.