- Paperback: 192 pages
- Publisher: Computer Step; 2 edition (30 April 2005)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 184078296X
- ISBN-13: 978-1840782967
- Product Dimensions: 22.8 x 18.8 x 1 cm
- Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
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SQL in easy steps instructs the reader how to create and administer databases using the Structured Query Language (SQL). SQL is THE standard language used world-wide for database communication on all popular database software. It allows the storage and manipulation of data both on Windows platforms and on Unix-based platforms, such as Linux. The book contains exciting chapters on how to selectively extract data from within one, or more, databases and there are complete examples that illustrate each aspect of SQL.
SQL in easy steps begins by explaining how to download and install the free MySQL database server on both Windows and Linux platforms. This allows the reader to establish an environment in which to develop and administer their own databases. This book makes no assumption that the reader will have previous knowledge of any programming or scripting language so it's ideal for the newcomer to SQL. Each chapter builds the reader's knowledge of executing database queries. By the end of this book the reader will have gained a sound understanding of the Structured Query Language and be able to write their own SQL scripts to insert, extract and manipulate data.
SQL in easy steps begins by explaining how to download and install the free MySQL database server on both Windows and Linux platforms. This allows the reader to establish an environment in which to develop and administer their own databases. This book makes no assumption that the reader will have previous knowledge of any programming or scripting language so it's ideal for the newcomer to SQL. Each chapter builds the reader's knowledge of executing database queries. By the end of this book the reader will have gained a sound understanding of the Structured Query Language and be able to write their own SQL scripts to insert, extract and manipulate data.
SQL in easy steps has an easy-to-follow style that will appeal to anyone who wants to begin using databases. It will appeal to web developers wanting to add database interaction to their web sites. It will appeal to the programmer who quickly wants to add SQL to their skills set. It will appeal to the hobbyist who wants to begin creating SQL scripts for upload to their own ISP. It will appeal to the student, and to those seeking a career in computing, who need a fundamental understanding of database administration with SQL.
About the Author
Mike McGrath lives in North-West England, close to Manchester, with his wife, Linda, and their two sons, Andrew and David. Mike gained his extensive knowledge of computer languages while working as a developer contracting to companies around the world. His interests include coins of ancient Greece, camping trips and dining-out. Mike is a proven author of several successful in easy steps titles.
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16 of 16 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
This book is EXCELLENT - far more than you would expect!,
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This book is truly fantastic!I've not found any other SQL book which covers as much in such a clear and concise way as this one. If you have no prior SQL experience, this book takes you through developing your knowledge in stages and helps you to build up your confidence. The examples and tutorials in the book are demonstrated using the Open Source MySQL database, which can be freely downloadable from mysql.com The syntax etc is mainly the same for other SQL database (eg, MS-SQL, Oracle, DB2 etc) - but the book does point out any differences where thay are important. I really can't recommend this book enough!
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This review is from: SQL in Easy Steps (Paperback)
When i started reading this, I just read like a story book. The book is interesting and takes you logically through all chapters. Also the chapters are subdivided into easier ones.
I highly recommend this books for all beginners. I have also become a great fan of ineasysteps after reading this book. More details of this book, contents and examples are avlbl. in the company website www.ineasysteps.com The four star rating is because the author does not explain the difference between a table and a database. BookFans
5.0 out of 5 stars
An excellent book,
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A superb choice if you want to get up and running quickly with SQL.
As with all the In Easy Steps range, the chapters are short, well illustrated, clear and concise. Whenever I need to learn a new computer language I always opt for one of Mike McGrath's books. They offer an excellent foundation which you can build on if you wish with more complicated books later on. Five stars because I can't give it 6.
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