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Author: Larry Rockoff
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Most SQL texts attempt to serve as an encyclopedic reference on SQL syntax - an approach that is counterproductive, since this information is readily available in online references published by the major database vendors. For SQL beginners, it's more important for a book to focus on general concepts and offer clear explanations and examples of what the various statements can accomplish. This is that beginner book. A number of features make The LANGUAGE OF SQL unique among introductory SQL books. 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 them. Second, topics are organized in an intuitive and logical sequence. SQL keywords are introduced one at a time, allowing you to build on your prior understanding as you encounter new words and concepts. Finally, this book covers the syntax of three widely used databases: Microsoft SQL Server, MySQL, and Oracle, with special "Database Differences" boxes that will show you any differences in the syntax among those three databases, as well as instructions on how to obtain and install free versions of the databases. This is the only book you'll need to gain a working knowledge of SQL and relational databases.
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- Paperback: 256 pages
- Publisher: Cengage Learning PTR; 1 edition (June 3, 2010)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 143545751X
- ISBN-13: 978-1435457515
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Rockoff gives the lowdown on SQL slowly and patiently, but not too much so.
In little embedded sections, functionally like sidebars, he details the minor differences in the three SQL dialects: Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle SQL, and the free open-source MySQL. Each chapter begins with an explanation of the material to be presented, and ends with a summary of what was covered and a preview of the following chapter. (the classic "tell them what you're gonna tell them, tell them, and then tell them what you told them" !) Sounds tiresome but it isn't really, since he phrases it with a little different emphasis each time, which I find greatly aids comprehension.
He gives tips and pointers on what he believes are the best ways to accomplish things in SQL. To perform most tasks in SQL there are usually several methods available; Rockoff points out the pros and cons of each of them. He also delineates how the various SQL commands relate to and complement one another.
The book is written with plenty of specific coding examples; as in the book's description on Amazon, it is written so that it can be comprehended without having to practice SQL at a computer. Everything needed is between the covers, except for detailed descriptions of all the available functions. For that, Rockoff directs the reader to his website and other documentation on the web.
Outstanding!
(postscript) Please note this is an introductory text. Some of the "advanced" SQL features are neglected, but the one covered are plenty enough to serve the book's purpose.
By Wikileaker
As a SQL novice, I found this book very helpful and easy to read. Everything was understandable and clear. The author did a nice job of explaining how each new topic relates to what you already know. It was nicely organized and very well written. It's the kind of book you can read to get the concepts, and then keep around as a reference. I'd definitely recommend this book for anyone interested in learning SQL.
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