SQL Programmer's Reference

Structured Query Language--every major high end database program follows this standard--covers variants and extensions used by Oracle, Sybase and Informix. Even standard languages--C, Visual Basic, Delphi--use SQL tags to link with database systems. Includes Java's J/SQL commands.

The handiest reference available for SQL Programmers --no DBA or application developer should be without the book!

The information found within the covers of this quick reference guide is a valuable tool for SQL programmers. Written by an experienced member of Oracle's Worldwide Support organization, SQL Programmer's Reference is the fastest, easiest way to access succinct information to SQL's commands and syntax. And since most SQL programmers work with multiple database platforms, including Sybase, Informix, Oracle, and others, SQL Programmer's Reference covers the leading vendor's SQL-specific variants. Syntax diagrams for each SQL command are included to illustrate the syntax flow, and a separate section that defines the language parameters is included. Whether you're a novice or expert programmer working on specific or multiple RDBMS environments, SQL Programmer's reference is one programming aid you won't want to be without!

• Find essential SQL syntax, commands, and keywords fast
• Discover quick solutions to the most common SQL programming problems in any RDBMS environment
• Learn about PL/SQL and SQLJ procedural extension, and how to use Oracle's SQL*Plus reporting tool.