A Visual Introduction to SQL

by David Chappell, J. Harvey Trimble Jr.

A Visual Introduction to SQL Structured Query Language (SQL) is the standard tool for retrieving information from relational databases. A Visual Introduction to SQL shows how the apparent complexity of a SQL query can be resolved into transparent clarity using a simple visual representation. A breakthrough approach to understanding SQL, the graphical technique shown on the book’s cover is the basis of this example-filled book, allowing anyone to understand and use SQL. No prior knowledge of database systems is assumed, so whether you are seeing SQL for the first time or already have some experience with the language, A Visual Introduction to SQL is for No matter what SQL system you use, A Visual Introduction to SQL is essential to your understanding of the language. Foreword by David Liddle, Chairman and Cofounder of Metaphore Computer Systems.

272 pages, Paperback

First published March 1, 1989

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Reviews

[Joanna · Rating 4 out of 5]

SQL is fun! While I have by no means mastered the language, I HAVE read every page of this book, and worked my way through many of the practice sets. Most fun of all is playing with the clauses to create practice queries for myself. Yay, SQL!

[Andrew · Rating 2 out of 5]

I greatly preferred Sam's Teach Yourself SQL in 10 Minutes, and this book presented very few additional topics.