Beginning T-SQL 2012 (Expert's Voice in Databases) - Softcover

Kellenberger, Kathi; Shaw, Scott

Softcover

ISBN 10: 143023704X ISBN 13: 9781430237044

Publisher: Apress, 2012

Synopsis

Beginning T-SQL 2012 is the first step toward learning the T-SQL language that underlies Microsoft’s SQL Server database engine. T-SQL is essential in writing SQL statements to get data into and out of a database. T-SQL is the foundation for business logic embedded in the database in the form of stored procedures and functions. Beginning T-SQL 2012 starts you on the path to mastering T-SQL, with an emphasis on best practices and sound coding techniques.

Beginning T-SQL 2012 begins with an introduction to databases, normalization, and to SQL Server Management Studio. Each subsequent chapter teaches an aspect of T-SQL, building on the skills learned in previous chapters. Exercises in each chapter give readers an opportunity for the hands-on practice that leads to true learning and distinguishes the competent professional.

• Imparts best practices for writing T-SQL
• Helps you avoid common errors
• Shows how to write scalable code for good performance

About this title

About the Author

strongKathi Kellenberger/strong is a consultant with Linchpin People. She enjoys writing and speaking on SQL Server topics, having written over two dozen articles, contributed to four books, and presented at many SQL Server events. In her spare time, Kathi enjoys spending time with family and friends, singing and cycling.

Edition details

• Publisher: Apress
• Publication date: 2012
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 143023704X
• ISBN 13: 9781430237044
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 477