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by Mark Whitehorn (Author), Bill Marklyn (Author) "Chapter 1 of Sir Henry Birkin's autobiography "Full Throttle", published in 1932, ends with the following: I can waste no more time on this matter;..." (more)

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Paperback: 345 pages
Publisher: Springer; 2nd ed. edition (18 Jun 2001)
Language English
ISBN-10: 1852334010
ISBN-13: 978-1852334017
Product Dimensions: 22.9 x 17 x 2 cm

Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (7 customer reviews)

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VNU Business Publications, 2000

(For the first edition)Quite simply - superb. By making relational databases understandable, Mark Whitehorn and Bill Marklyn have achieved far more than most.

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The second edition of the best-selling Inside Relational Databases is revised and updated to bring you the most reader-friendly explanation of the relational model and its importance to database designers and builders.Clear explanations make use of examples rather than equations to show you how an understanding of the relational model can make your databases faster, more flexible and thoroughly fit for their purpose.Dr Mark Whitehorn has an extensive understanding of relational database theory and his popular and long running database column in the UK's "Personal Computer World" has already made database theory accessible to thousands.Bill Marklyn has an intimate knowledge of relational databases and was the Development Manager who oversaw the entire design of the first two major releases of Microsoft's highly successful database product, Access.Together they make a great team, illuminating a tricky subject with substance and style.Reviews from the first edition of Inside Relational Databases:"Quite simply - superb. By making relational databases understandable, Mark Whitehorn and Bill Marklyn have achieved far more than most. Making the subject interesting and entertaining as well puts these two authors firmly in a class of their own."- Neil Fawcett, Group Technical Editor, VNU Business Publications"PCW and Amazon.co.uk contributor Mark Whitehorn is that rare combination - an expert in his field, databases, and a fine writer too, with a talent for honing a complex subject down to its essentials."- Tamsin Todd, Computer & Internet Editor, Amazon.co.uk"Inside Relational Databases is excellent. It is clearly and concisely written and full of humorous asides which ease the reader through an otherwise weighty topic. Probably the most engaging technical book I have read."- Paul McGowan

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Chapter 1 of Sir Henry Birkin's autobiography "Full Throttle", published in 1932, ends with the following: I can waste no more time on this matter; for the end is reached of what I now confess to have been 24 pages of deceit. Read the first page

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5.0 out of 5 stars Practical database course using Access, 21 Jun 2007

By	A. J. HAWKEN "Tony Hawken" (London - UK) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

You will probably not see another database book like this. The style of writing is chatty and informal and the emphasis is practical with many examples using Microsoft Access. The authors cover the most important concepts to do with relational database in a fun and exploratory way. I feel this would be a good text-book for a first course in database in a college where the main DBMS is Microsoft Access. My only gripe is that there is very little use of SQL until you reach the end of the book, the authors preferring to use graphical queries (QBE).

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5.0 out of 5 stars a very informative, easily undersood intro to databases., 20 Aug 2001

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you can tell from the off that the writers of this "journey into databases" are passionate about their subject. Indeed going to bed to dream about databases is the extreme regarding anything you care deeply enough to write a book on the subject. The book in itself is very easy to read and puts the basic ideas and concepts into language which anyone who is interested can understand. The writing style is jovial and the use of copious examples on cd rom is a boon for burgeoning database planners and designers. the book was a pleasure to read and is a great reference book for trainers like myself. Well done Mark and Bill (not Gates!! read the book to understand)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent intro to relational databases, 8 Mar 2004

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From the outside relational databases appear to be a rather abstract and difficult subject. This book shows just how simple and useful databases can be. It assumes no existing knowledge and uses real world examples to demonstrate how to manage data efficiently. Finally, the book explains the really powerful part of relational databases - normalization, joins and finally SQL. IMO, a really good book. Good companion books are "Sams Teach Yourself SQL in 10 minutes" and "Programming the Network with Perl" by Paul Barry.

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5.0 out of 5 stars If you know nothing about databases - start here.
I bought this book years ago and recently rediscovered it after moving house. The information in this book still holds true although needs an update. Read more

Published on 9 Jul 2006 by The Infidel

5.0 out of 5 stars Best possible book for beginners
I had been searching for some time for a book that would help me get a true understanding of the relational model. Read more

Published on 7 Jul 2000 by Bob the Builder

4.0 out of 5 stars A great starting point for learning relational databases
Whitehorn & Marklyn have produced what is probably the ideal kick-start to anyone wishing to work with relational databases. Read more

Published on 22 Mar 2000

5.0 out of 5 stars BEST BOEK EVER.
I didn't know anything about databases and I started to play with MS Access , soon enough I came to the conclution that first I had to learn the Relational Database model. Read more

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