SQL

Learn the basics of Structured Query Language programming from the tutorials and examples in this easy-to-follow resource.

SQL: A Beginner's Guide teaches you how to use SQL to work with data in a database,develop database objects,create subqueries,build views,write stored procedures,and accomplish complex selects and updates. The examples throughout the book walk you through real-world database tasks. If you want to get started programming in SQL right away,this is the ideal self-paced learning tool for you.

This Beginner's Guide is Designed for Easy Learning:

• Modules - Each programming concept is divided into logical modules (chapters),ideal for individualized learning
• Goals - Each module opens with the specific programming skills you'll have by the end of the module
• Ask the Experts - Q&A sections throughout are filled with extra information and interesting commentary
• 1-Minute Drills - Quick self-assessment sections to check your progress
• Annotated Syntax - Example code annotated with commentary that points to the particular technique illustrated
• Projects - Coding exercises contained in each module show how to apply what you are learning
• Mastery Checks - End-of-module reviews that test your knowledge using short-answer,multiple-choice,fill-in-the-blank,and simple coding questions

Essential Skills for First-Time Programmers! SQL: A Beginner's Guide explains the fundamentals of SQL programming. You'll learn to access a database and retrieve,insert,and delete data,build and deploy stored procedures,and combine views and subqueries to select and update data.

Learn the basics of Structured Query Language programming from the tutorials and examples in this easy-to-follow resource.

SQL: A Beginner's Guide teaches you how to use SQL to work with data in a database,develop database objects,create subqueries,build views,write stored procedures,and accomplish complex selects and updates. The examples throughout the book walk you through real-world database tasks. If you want to get started programming in SQL right away,this is the ideal self-paced learning tool for you.

This Beginner's Guide is Designed for Easy Learning:

• Modules - Each programming concept is divided into logical modules (chapters),ideal for individualized learning
• Goals - Each module opens with the specific programming skills you'll have by the end of the module
• Ask the Experts - Q&A sections throughout are filled with extra information and interesting commentary
• 1-Minute Drills - Quick self-assessment sections to check your progress
• Annotated Syntax - Example code annotated with commentary that points to the particular technique illustrated
• Projects - Coding exercises contained in each module show how to apply what you are learning
• Mastery Checks - End-of-module reviews that test your knowledge using short-answer,multiple-choice,fill-in-the-blank,and simple coding questions

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Tutorials and examples in this book teach the basics of Structured Query Language (SQL) programming and show how to use SQL to work with data in a database, develop database objects, create subqueries, build views, write stored procedures, and accomplish complex selects and updates. Learning features include examples that walk readers through real-world database tasks, question and answer sections, example code annotated with commentary that points to particular techniques illustrated, and coding exercises. Houlette is president of a firm specializing in software development and training. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)