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Language of SQL, The

Name: Language of SQL, The
Brand: Pearson Education (US)
SKU: 9780134658254
Price: 4100 KES
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ISBN: 9780134658254

by Larry Rockoff

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Format Paperback / softback

Book Series Learning

ISBN-10 0134658256

ISBN-13 9780134658254

Publisher Pearson Education (US)

Imprint Addison Wesley

Country of Manufacture US

Country of Publication GB

Publication Date Oct 19th, 2016

Print length 240 Pages

Weight 468 grams

Dimensions 17.80 x 22.80 x 1.60 cms

Product Classification: Relational databases

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A quick, clearly written introduction to the use of SQL to store and retrieve information

The Language of SQL, Second Edition

Many SQL texts attempt to serve as an encyclopedic reference on SQL syntax -- an approach that is often counterproductive, because that information is readily available in online references published by the major database vendors.

For SQL beginners, it’s more important for a book to focus on general concepts and to offer clear explanations and examples of what various SQL statements can accomplish. This is that book.

A number of features make The Language of SQL unique among introductory SQL books.

First, you will not be required to download software or sit with a computer as you read the text. The intent of this book is to provide examples of SQL usage that can be understood simply by reading.

Second, topics are organized in an intuitive and logical sequence. SQL keywords are introduced one at a time, allowing you to grow your understanding as you encounter new terms and concepts.

Finally, this book covers the syntax of three widely used databases: Microsoft SQL Server, MySQL, and Oracle. Special “Database Differences” sidebars clearly show you any differences in syntax among these three databases, and instructions are included on how to obtain and install free versions of the databases.

This is the only book you need to gain a quick working knowledge of SQL and relational databases.

Learn How To...

Use SQL to retrieve data from relational databases
Apply functions and calculations to data
Group and summarize data in a variety of useful ways
Use complex logic to retrieve only the data you need
Update data and create new tables
Design relational databases so that data retrieval is easy and intuitive
Use spreadsheets to transform your data into meaningful displays
Retrieve data from multiple tables via joins, subqueries, views, and set logic
Create, modify, and execute stored procedures
Install Microsoft SQL Server, MySQL, or Oracle

Contents at a Glance

1 Relational Databases and SQL

2 Basic Data Retrieval

3 Calculated Fields and Aliases

4 Using Functions

5 Sorting Data

6 Selection Criteria

7 Boolean Logic

8 Conditional Logic

9 Summarizing Data

10 Subtotals and Crosstabs

11 Inner Joins

12 Outer Joins

13 Self Joins and Views

14 Subqueries

15 Set Logic

16 Stored Procedures and Parameters

17 Modifying Data

18 Maintaining Tables

19 Principles of Database Design

20 Strategies for Displaying Data

A Getting Started with Microsoft SQL Server

B Getting Started with MySQL

C Getting Started with Oracle

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