# Alias

An Alias is an alternate (usually short) name assigned to a table to make it easier to…

## What is an **Alias**?

An **Alias** is an alternate (usually short) name
assigned to a table to make it easier to differentiate
between tables. This is commonly done when joining 
2 or more tables.

```sql
SELECT c.CustomerName
    , o.OrderDate
    , o.OrderId
FROM Customers AS c
INNER JOIN Orders AS o
    ON c.CustomerId = o.CustomerId
```

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Updated: September 19, 2026

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