Simplify IsNotNull and IsNull expression #6345
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Which issue does this PR close?
None
Rationale for this change
expr_non_null IS NOT NULL
is always trueexpr_non_null IS NULL
is always falseThey are a type of predicate that is either unnecessary or impossible.
By simplifying them, we can gain more opportunities for optimization.
For example:
SELECT * FROM t WHERE col_non_null IS NOT NULL
--(Simplify)-->SELECT * FROM t WHERE TRUE
--(EliminateFilter)-->SELECT * FROM t
SELECT * FROM t WHERE col_non_null IS NULL
--(Simplify)-->SELECT * FROM t WHERE FALSE
--(EliminateFilter)--><EmptyRelation>
Are these changes tested?
Yes
Are there any user-facing changes?
No