If stored procedures used the minimum amount of memory, would you still use them?

The use of stored procedures depends not only on the amount of memory they occupy. Even if they occupied the minimal amount of memory, other factors should be considered:

• Performance: stored procedures are executed on the database server, which can reduce network load and increase the speed of complex queries.
• Security: direct access to tables can be restricted, providing access only through procedures.
• Support and reuse: logic encapsulated in procedures is centralized and easier to maintain.
• Portability and dependence on DBMS: stored procedures are often tied to a specific SQL dialect and DBMS, which complicates portability.

Thus, even with minimal memory usage, the decision to use stored procedures should be based on a balance between performance, security, ease of maintenance, and portability requirements.