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QSqlQuery::exec() is a method in the Qt framework that is used to execute SQL statements. It is a core component of Qt's SQL module, providing a convenient and platform-independent way to interact with databases. When you call exec() on a QSqlQuery object, it sends the SQL query to the database driver, which then processes it. The method returns a boolean value: true if the query was executed successfully, and false if an error occurred.

If the query returns data, such as a SELECT statement, you can then iterate through the results using methods like next(). For queries that modify data, like INSERT, UPDATE, or DELETE statements, exec() simply indicates whether the operation succeeded or failed. Error handling is crucial when working with databases. If exec() returns false, you can retrieve detailed error information using the database object's lastError() method. This helps in diagnosing and resolving issues with your SQL queries or database connections.

QSqlQuery::exec() can execute a wide variety of SQL commands. It is important to ensure that the SQL syntax is correct for the specific database you are interacting with. For parameterized queries, which help prevent SQL injection vulnerabilities, the exec() method is used after binding values to placeholders in the query string. This ensures that the data is treated as literal values rather than executable SQL code. The efficiency of exec() depends on the complexity of the SQL query and the performance of the underlying database.