SQL

This text offers an introduction to Structured Query Language. It opens by introducing the basic principles of relational systems. The succeeding chapters take the reader through the process of building and manipulating databases using SQL, conforming to the latest international standards.

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This text offers an introduction to Structured Query Language. It should appeal to everyone who wants to learn to use SQL, be they students, academics, professional programmers, hobbyists or end users. By use of the index and appendices, it could also serve as a quick reference guide. SQL is a widely used language in the world of commercial computer databases, and therefore SQL knowledge is relevant for serious database users. Major products such as DB2, ORACLE, Ingres, Informix, Sybase are all completely SQL-based, and most other major database systems provide an SQL interface. The text opens by introducing the basic principles of relational systems. The succeeding chapters take the reader through the process of building and manipulating databases using SQL, conforming to the latest international standards. Finally, the author discusses the possible future directions for Structured Query Language.