Shows how to use the SQL language to get information from a relational database. The book begins with simple queries that retrieve selected data from a single table, then progresses to advanced queries that summarize the data, combine it with data from other tables, or display the data in specialized ways. The CD-ROM furnishes a library of Access databases and the code for building Oracle databases. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
JOHN PATRICK is a computer consultant and software developer specializing in relational database technology. He teaches SQL Fundamentals and other database courses at the University of California, Berkeley Extension and has over 20 years' experience in software development at Bank of America, Chevron, Kaiser Permanente and other leading firms.