Now updated to reflect the much-anticipated "Yukon" release of SQL Server, this friendly guide shows database developers and administrators as well as those who use database application how to get up to speed fast Offers a gentle introduction to relational database design and shows how to build databases, create database applications, and maintain and optimize database performance Covers the major new features of the "Yukon" release-including analysis services, reporting services, and notification services
Andrew Watt is an independent consultant and author specializing in XML and Web technologies. He has written over ten books, including XPath Essentials and XML Schema Essentials, and is an active contributor to Web development specifications and technical communities.