This article explores 50 advanced SQL queries covering window functions, recursive CTEs, pivoting, performance optimization, and more.Window functions like ROW_NUMBER(), RANK(), DENSE_RANK(), and NTILE() help in performing computations across rows.Functions like LEAD(), LAG(), FIRST_VALUE(), and LAST_VALUE() provide access to next/previous row values and first/last values in a window.Advanced SQL techniques include running totals, moving averages, common table expressions (CTEs), and recursive queries.Pivoting and unpivoting data is achieved through techniques like CASE, PIVOT, and UNPIVOT.The article delves into advanced aggregates, JSON/XML handling, dynamic SQL, advanced joins, and set operations.It covers topics like performance optimization, database administration, date & time operations, string manipulation, security permissions, and more.Queries like UPSERT, MERGE, DELETE with JOIN, UPDATE from another table, and handling long-running queries are also discussed.The article concludes with 20 additional advanced SQL queries, providing an extensive coverage of essential SQL techniques for developers.