The SQL LIKE Underscore Trap: How to Correctly Match a Literal '_'?

Why does a SQL query with `LIKE 't_%'` incorrectly match 'tool'? This article dives into the underscore `_` wildcard in SQL `LIKE` clauses and teaches you how to use the `ESCAPE` keyword for proper escaping. Ensure precise matching for strings starting with 't_' and say goodbye to unexpected query results by mastering this core SQL pattern matching skill, brought to you by wiki.lib00.com.