In this one we delve into two pivotal aspects of SQL that transform your data retrieval into a streamlined and manageable process: Sorting and Limiting query results. When you query a database, the system retrieves data in an arbitrary order, often making it hard to decipher or analyze. As your SQL prowess expands, controlling the presentation of your data becomes crucial, whether you're preparing reports, creating dashboards, or simply making your data easier to understand.

In this lesson, we will explore the ORDER BY clause, a powerful tool for sorting your query results in a specified order, and the LIMIT clause, which allows you to constrain the number of rows returned. These tools not only enhance the readability of your data but are essential for efficient data analysis and backend functionality, especially in large databases or applications like e-commerce platforms where data presentation and pagination are critical.

By the end of this lesson, you will be able to:

- Use the ORDER BY clause to sort SQL query results in both ascending and descending order.

- Understand the impact of sorting by multiple columns and how it affects the presentation of your data.

- Implement the LIMIT clause to control the amount of data returned by a query, useful for managing large datasets and for pagination.

- Combine ORDER BY and LIMIT with OFFSET to fine-tune which data points you retrieve, which is especially handy in real-world applications where data presentation needs to be precise and tailored.

Branch: https://github.com/GaryClarke/mysql-for-php-devs/tree/13-sorting-and-limiting