org.hibernate.annotations

Annotation Type Formula

@Target(value={METHOD,FIELD})
 @Retention(value=RUNTIME)
public @interface Formula

Defines a formula (derived value) which is a SQL fragment that acts as a @Column alternative in most cases. Represents read-only state. In certain cases @ColumnTransformer might be a better option, especially as it leaves open the option of still being writable.

     // perform calculations
     @Formula( "sub_total + (sub_total * tax)" )
     long getTotalCost() { ... }
 

     // call functions
     @Formula( "upper( substring( middle_name, 1 ) )" )
     Character getMiddleInitial() { ... }
 

     // this might be better handled through @ColumnTransformer
     @Formula( "decrypt(credit_card_num)" )
     String getCreditCardNumber() { ... }
 

Author:

Emmanuel Bernard, Steve Ebersole

See Also:

ColumnTransformer

Required Element Summary

Required Elements

Modifier and Type	Required Element and Description
String	value The formula string.

Element Detail

value

public abstract String value

The formula string.