SQL Server

Microsoft SQL Server 2008: All-in-One Desk Reference for Dummies

Name: Microsoft SQL Server 2008: All-in-One Desk Reference for Dummies
Author: Robert D. Schneider
ISBN: 9780470179543

by Robert D. Schneider, Darril Gibson

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Overview

If you’re in charge of database administration, developing database software, or looking for database solutions for your company, Microsoft SQL Server 2008 All-In-One Desk Reference For Dummies can help you get a handle on this extremely popular relational database management system. Here you’ll find what’s new in the latest version; how to choose and install the right variation for your needs; how to monitor, maintain, and protect your data; and what it takes to keep your database healthy. You’ll discover how to:

Build and maintain tables
Design a database and communicate with it
Retrieve, analyze, and report data
Build solid, robust database applications
Use the SQL Server Optimizer and Query Designer
Navigate SQL Server with Visual Studio
Develop useful reports with the Report Builder and Report Designer
Create Business Intelligence solutions with Business Intelligence Development Studio
Configure your server and perform major administrative tasks

To help you quickly find what you need, Microsoft SQL Server 2008 All-In-One Desk Reference For Dummies is divided into nine minibooks:

Essential Concepts
Designing and Using Databases
Interacting With Your Data
Database Programming
Reporting Services
Analysis Services
Performance Tips and Tricks
Database Administration
Appendixes

Microsoft SQL Server 2008 All-In-One Desk Reference For Dummies gets you started, helps you solve problems, and will even answer your questions down the road!

Synopsis

9 books in 1 — your key to SQL Server 2008 success!

Your one-stop guide to the SQL Server 2008 database management system

You already know that SQL Server 2008 is a blockbuster relational database management system. And because you want to get rolling with it right away, this book is the place to come. Here you find what's new in this version and how to build and maintain tables; retrieve, analyze, and report data; and keep your database healthy.

Discover how to:

Choose the right version of SQL Server

Install SQL Server quickly

Design a database and communicate with it

Monitor, maintain, and protect your data

Build solid, robust database applications

About the Author, Robert D. Schneider

Robert D. Schneider is a database optimization consultant who has been delivering software solutions for 15 years. Darril Gibson is a professional trainer specializing in certification and Microsoft technologies.