{"product_id":"the-language-of-sql-9780134658254","title":"The Language of SQL","description":"\u003cp\u003e • Author(s): Larry Rockoff\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher: Addison-Wesley Professional\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher Imprint: Addison-Wesley Professional\u003cbr\u003e • BISAC: Languages - SQL\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Language of SQL, Second Edition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Many SQL texts attempt to serve as an encyclopedic reference on SQL syntax -- an approach that is often counterproductive, because that information is readily available in online references published by the major database vendors. \u003cbr\u003e For SQL beginners, it's more important for a book to focus on general concepts and to offer clear explanations and examples of what various SQL statements can accomplish. This is that book. \u003cbr\u003e A number of features make \u003ci\u003e The Language of SQL\u003c\/i\u003e unique among introductory SQL books. \u003cbr\u003e First, you will not be required to download software or sit with a computer as you read the text. The intent of this book is to provide examples of SQL usage that can be understood simply by reading. \u003cbr\u003e Second, topics are organized in an intuitive and logical sequence. SQL keywords are introduced one at a time, allowing you to grow your understanding as you encounter new terms and concepts. \u003cbr\u003e Finally, this book covers the syntax of three widely used databases: Microsoft SQL Server, MySQL, and Oracle. Special \"Database Differences\" sidebars clearly show you any differences in syntax among these three databases, and instructions are included on how to obtain and install free versions of the databases. \u003cbr\u003e This is the only book you need to gain a quick working knowledge of SQL and relational databases. \u003cb\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Learn How To... \u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eUse SQL to retrieve data from relational databases\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eApply functions and calculations to data\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGroup and summarize data in a variety of useful ways\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUse complex logic to retrieve only the data you need\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUpdate data and create new tables\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDesign relational databases so that data retrieval is easy and intuitive\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eUse spreadsheets to transform your data into meaningful displays\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRetrieve data from multiple tables via joins, subqueries, views, and set logic \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCreate, modify, and execute stored procedures\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eInstall Microsoft SQL Server, MySQL, or Oracle\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cb\u003eContents at a Glance\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003e 1 Relational Databases and SQL 2 Basic Data Retrieval 3 Calculated Fields and Aliases 4 Using Functions 5 Sorting Data 6 Selection Criteria 7 Boolean Logic 8 Conditional Logic 9 Summarizing Data 10 Subtotals and Crosstabs 11 Inner Joins 12 Outer Joins 13 Self Joins and Views 14 Subqueries 15 Set Logic 16 Stored Procedures and Parameters 17 Modifying Data 18 Maintaining Tables 19 Principles of Database Design 20 Strategies for Displaying Data \u003cbr\u003e A Getting Started with Microsoft SQL Server B Getting Started with MySQL C Getting Started with Oracle","brand":"Addison-Wesley Professional","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":45153538769047,"sku":"9780134658254","price":2039.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0666\/3471\/1191\/files\/9780134658254.webp?v=1767661330","url":"https:\/\/atlanticbooks.com\/products\/the-language-of-sql-9780134658254","provider":"Atlantic Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}