SQL Essentials For Dummies

by Richard Blum, Allen G. Taylor

Overview

A right-to-the-point guide on all the key topics of SQL programming

SQL Essentials For Dummies is your quick reference to all the core concepts of SQL—a valuable common standard language used in relational databases. This useful guide is straightforward—with no excess review, wordy explanations, or fluff—so you get what you need, fast. Great for a brush-up on the basics or as an everyday desk reference, this book is one you can rely on.

• Strengthen your understanding of the basics of SQL
• Review what you've already learned or pick up key skills
• Use SQL to create, manipulate, and control relational databases
• Jog your memory on the essentials as you work and get clear answers to your questions

Perfect for supplementing classroom learning, reviewing for a certification, and staying knowledgeable on the job, SQL Essentials For Dummies is the convenient, direct, and digestible reference you've been looking for.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781394296958
Publisher:	Wiley
Publication date:	11/13/2024
Sold by:	JOHN WILEY & SONS
Format:	eBook
Pages:	208
File size:	2 MB

About the Author

Richard Blum is a network and systems administrator. He has worked with database systems such as Microsoft SQL Server, PostgreSQL, and MySQL. Rich also teaches online courses in programming.

Allen G. Taylor is author of more than 40 books, including SQL For Dummies. He also teaches database development through a leading online education provider.

Table of Contents

Introduction 1

Chapter 1: Getting to Know SQL 5

Chapter 2: Creating a Database with SQL 13

Chapter 3: Drilling Down to the SQL Nitty-Gritty 27

Chapter 4: Values, Variables, Functions, and Expressions 51

Chapter 5: SELECT Statements and Modifying Clauses 79

Chapter 6: Querying Multiple Tables with Subqueries 109

Chapter 7: Querying Multiple Tables with Relational Operators 127

Chapter 8: Cursors 151

Chapter 9: Assigning Access Privileges 163

Chapter 10: Ten Retrieval Tips 175

Index 179