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From David G. Johnston
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In response to call by reference vs call by value  (Michael Moore <michaeljmoore@gmail.com>)
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On Tue, Dec 8, 2015 at 12:07 PM, Michael Moore <michaeljmoore@gmail.com> wrote:
How are variables in pg/psql functions passed? I'm sure this is documented somewhere. I looked but no joy. A link would be great! TIA

​I doubt its documented anywhere since the concept of "by reference" is not part of the language.  The concept is also not part of SQL.

If you want a better explanation you should provide some code for us to comment upon.

David J.


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