Become your own database guru and master the art and craft of SQL (structured query language) to access, manage, and manipulate data in a variety of relational database software programs. Get the inside tour of the major components of SQL with a copy of SQL For Dummies, 3rd Edition, by...  more

Become your own database guru and master the art and craft of SQL (structured query language) to access, manage, and manipulate data in a variety of relational database software programs. Get the inside tour of the major components of SQL with a copy of SQL For Dummies, 3rd Edition, by programming pro Allen Taylor. Whether you're seeking a friendly summary of basic SQL commands and statements -- or you're looking for advanced advice on database security, error handling, nested queries, ODBC, and dynamic SQL -- you'll find what you need in this book's easy-to-follow steps and examples, all written in clear, concise language. Invoke the power of SQL without headaches and hassles as you progress from relational database fundamentals to building your own databases, retrieving data, controlling operations, and transferring data across a company intranet or the worldwide Internet. SQL For Dummies, 3rd Edition, also includes a glossary of important terms and three appendixes that cover reserved words in SQL-92, multilevel SQL subsets, and SQL implementation in Microsoft SQL Server 7.0. And, of course, this handy SQL reference includes the popular Part of Tens, where you can get the high-end lowdown on what to do, and what not to do, in designing, building, and using a relational database.

Many database management system (DBMS) tools run on a variety of hardware platforms. The differences among the tools can be many, but all serious products have one thing in common: They support data access and manipulation in SQL, the industry-standard language specifically designed to enable...  more

Many database management system (DBMS) tools run on a variety of hardware platforms. The differences among the tools can be many, but all serious products have one thing in common: They support data access and manipulation in SQL, the industry-standard language specifically designed to enable people to create and manage databases. If you know SQL, you can build relational databases and get useful information out of them. Relational database management systems are vital to many organizations. People often think that creating and maintaining these systems are extremely complex activities – the domain of database gurus who possess enlightenment beyond that of ordinary mortals. Well, SQL For Dummies, 5th Edition, sweeps away the database mystique. Written in easy-to-understand terms and updated with the latest information on SQL, this handy reference shows you step-by-step how to make your database designs a reality using SQL:2003. But you don't have to be a database newbie to find value in SQL For Dummies, 5th Edition; even if you have some experience designing and creating databases, you may discover a few things you didn't know about. Here's just a sampling of some of the things you'll find covered in SQL For Dummies, 5th Edition: Exploring relational database and SQL fundamentals Building and maintaining a simple database structure Building a multiple relational database Manipulating database data Examining SQL nuts and bolts: values, expressions, operators, and queries Providing database security and protecting your data Exploring ODBC and JDBC, and using SQL with XML Moving beyond the basics: cursors, persistent stored modules, and error-handling Top Ten lists on common SQL mistakes and retrieval tips Plain and simply, databases are the best tools ever invented for keeping track of the things you care about. After you understand databases and can use SQL to make them do your bidding, you wield tremendous power. SQL For Dummies, 5th Edition, can get you well on your way to harnessing the power of databases.

Here's the expert, hands-on guidance that professional Access programmers need to fully exploit the world-class scalability and knowledge-management capabilities in SQL Server 2000. This authoritative guide focuses on understanding and using the innovative Microsoft Data Engine (MSDE) technology...  more

Here's the expert, hands-on guidance that professional Access programmers need to fully exploit the world-class scalability and knowledge-management capabilities in SQL Server 2000. This authoritative guide focuses on understanding and using the innovative Microsoft Data Engine (MSDE) technology that serves as the powerful core of SQL Server 2000. Readers are taken inside its high-performance data-management and data-replication features, developers dive into a whole new subset of Access technologies, known as Access projects, that they must learn in order to effectively program for SQL Server 2000. Topics include the Access project interface, specification table techniques, data types and constraints, and forms techniques. The book digs into stored procedures-a subject that's new to most Access developers-in depth and covers ASP and security issues as well. Throughout, the emphasis is on applying the reader's expertise building desktop database tools to accessing the enterprise-level power and performance in SQL Server 2000. The CD-ROM features all the book's sample applications, as well as a complete electronic version of the text for fast searches and reference.

With the vast amounts of data flowing through the workplace on a daily basis, Data warehouses have evolved to cope with the huge volumes involved by separating the data used for reporting and decision making from the operational systems. Microsoft have entered the world of datawarehousing with...  more

With the vast amounts of data flowing through the workplace on a daily basis, Data warehouses have evolved to cope with the huge volumes involved by separating the data used for reporting and decision making from the operational systems. Microsoft have entered the world of datawarehousing with the introduction of SQL Server 7 and OLAP Services. The purpose of the data warehouse is simply to store the raw data. The combination of this with OLAP enables the data to be transformed into useful information that reflects the real factors affecting the enterprise. OLAP techniques may range from simple navigation and browsing of the data to more serious analyses, such as time-series and complex modeling.

This newly updated, official guide to the core architecture and internals of Microsoft SQL Server 2000 helps readers unlock the full power of Microsoft's premier relational database management system. Written by a renowned SQL Server guru, in conjunction with the Microsoft SQL Server 2000...  more

This newly updated, official guide to the core architecture and internals of Microsoft SQL Server 2000 helps readers unlock the full power of Microsoft's premier relational database management system. Written by a renowned SQL Server guru, in conjunction with the Microsoft SQL Server 2000 product development team, INSIDE MICROSOFT SQL SERVER 2000 is a must-read for developers and IT professionals who need to understand Microsoft SQL Server from the inside out. This comprehensive guide provides updated, authoritative advice for installing, administering, and programming with SQL Server 2000. It also includes information about significant product enhancements, and new chapters about SQL Server Indexes and Query Optimization. The CD contains product evaluation documentation, sample code and scripts, white papers, and a benchmarking kit.

Structured Query Language--every major high end database program follows this standard--covers variants and extensions used by Oracle, Sybase and Informix. Even standard languages--C, Visual Basic, Delphi--use SQL tags to link with database systems. Includes Java's J/SQL commands.

Don't lose your sanity, or your spare time, trying to figure out how to use Microsoft SQL Server 7. With the expert advice of SQL guru Anthony Mann, you can quickly and easily develop the expertise you need to build, deploy, and manage a reliable, scalable database system that can handle your...  more

Don't lose your sanity, or your spare time, trying to figure out how to use Microsoft SQL Server 7. With the expert advice of SQL guru Anthony Mann, you can quickly and easily develop the expertise you need to build, deploy, and manage a reliable, scalable database system that can handle your entire business and grow as your business grows. Get all the benefits of Microsoft SQL Server 7 with none of the headaches. Microsoft SQL Server 7 For Dummies helps you create SQL Server objects step-by-step by using built-in wizards, the Enterprise Manager, and the Query Analyzer. Develop and re-use stored procedures, save time by automating common tasks with Jobs and Alerts, import and export data to and from an SQL Server database, and keep your data secure and backed up with the tips, tricks, and techniques you'll discover inside Microsoft SQL Server 7 For Dummies. This book features a CD-ROM full of must-have SQL Server tools, too, including programs for automatically building multitier applications, creating SQL Server objects, and generating SQL Server-friendly Visual Basic code.

Microsoft SQL Server 2000 Weekend Crash Course includes 30 sessions on the key aspects of Microsoft SQL Server 2000. Each session is designed to take 30 minutes to complete, so the Crash Course is an intense 15-hour learning period. You can complete the Crash Course over a weekend -- but you can...  more

Microsoft SQL Server 2000 Weekend Crash Course includes 30 sessions on the key aspects of Microsoft SQL Server 2000. Each session is designed to take 30 minutes to complete, so the Crash Course is an intense 15-hour learning period. You can complete the Crash Course over a weekend -- but you can also easily adapt the Crash Course sessions to whatever schedule best suits your needs.

Special Edition Using SQL provides a comprehensive walk through of the SQL language. At the same time, this book is a useful reference to someone who is already an experienced database user and SQL programmer. It includes lots of information that will help you build, maintain, and manage a...  more

Special Edition Using SQL provides a comprehensive walk through of the SQL language. At the same time, this book is a useful reference to someone who is already an experienced database user and SQL programmer. It includes lots of information that will help you build, maintain, and manage a database. Topics covered include Database Design, Aggregating Query Results, Organizing Query Results, Real World Issues, Database Performance and Integrity, Database Security, Transactions, Stored Procedures, Database Management, Writing a Custom Loader in Perl, ODBC, DBI/DBD, JDBC, Web Publishing, and Tools for Web Publishing.