A Guide to Sybase and SQL Server [Hardcover]

David McGoveran (Author), Chris J. Date (Author), C. J. Date (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: June 1992

SQL Server is one of the leading relational database management systems on the market today. It effectively addresses the demanding requirements of distributed, on-line applications. Written by two leading database authorities, this book provides a convenient, comprehensive overview of the SYBASE relational database product line. Based on Chris Date's widely read Guide to DB2 and Guide to SQL/DS, this current text is the only volume that covers all of the key components of SYBASE and SQL Server. It is completely up to date with information on the current release as well as the forthcoming Release 5.0 of SYBASE. Emphasis throughout is on the user, with treatment of user-oriented material (such as the SQL language) being exceptionally thorough. This in-depth tutorial and reference does not assume any previous knowledge of SYBASE, though readers are assumed to have an appreciation of the overall structure, concepts, and objectives of database management systems in general. Features *Complete coverage of SQL Server, which handles all data management functions, and SQL Toolset, a complete set of tools for developing and using on-line applications.* Detailed coverage of transaction processing. *Compatible with versions of SYBASE running on any supported platform. *Covers all of the important SYBASE advantages including: scalable high performance, server-enforced integrity and security, high application availability, open distributed DBMS, and window-based tools. 020155710XB04062001

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management systems on the market today. It effectively addresses the demanding requirements of distributed, on-line applications. Written by two leading database authorities, this book provides a convenient, comprehensive overview of the SYBASE relational database product line. Based on Chris Date's widely read Guide to DB2 and Guide to SQL/DS, this current text is the only volume that covers all of the key components of SYBASE and SQL Server. It is completely up to date with information on the current release as well as the forthcoming Release 5.0 of SYBASE.

Emphasis throughout is on the user, with treatment of user-oriented material (such as the SQL language) being exceptionally thorough. This in-depth tutorial and reference does not assume any previous knowledge of SYBASE, though readers are assumed to have an appreciation of the overall structure, concepts, and objectives of database management systems in general. Features

* Complete coverage of SQL Server, which handles all data management functions, and SQL Toolset, a complete set of tools for developing and using on-line applications.
* Detailed coverage of transaction processing.
* Compatible with versions of SYBASE running on any supported platform.
* Covers all of the important SYBASE advantages including: scalable high performance, server-enforced integrity and security, high application availability, open distributed DBMS, and window-based tools.
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About the Author

C. J. Date is an independent author, lecturer, researcher, and consultant specializing in relational database systems, a field he helped pioneer. Among other projects, he was involved in technical planning for the IBM products SQL/DS and DB2. He is best known for his books, in particular, An Introduction to Database Systems (7th edition, Addison-Wesley, 2000), the standard text in the field, which has sold well over half a million copies worldwide. Mr. Date is widely acknowledged for his ability to explain complex technical material in a clear and understandable fashion. David McGoveran is the founding president of Alternative Technologies, a relational database consulting firm based in California. He has consulted for numerous users and virtually every major DBMS vendor, covering needs such as database design, development methodology, performance tuning, and migration and integration. He is co-author of A Guide to SYBASE and SQL Server and is best known for his ability to blend practical solutions with a technical understanding, resulting in robust and flexible systems. 020155710XAB04062001

Product Details

• Hardcover: 548 pages
• Publisher: Addison-Wesley Professional; 1st edition (June 1992)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 020155710X
• ISBN-13: 978-0201557107
• Product Dimensions: 9.5 x 6.7 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.9 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,370,789 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Text book for sybase and learning sql, May 16, 2002

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This review is from: A Guide to Sybase and SQL Server (Hardcover)

I picked this book up at the U of Wisc book store where they were using it as a text book. It has good examples, problems and answers! I have recommended this book to some new administrators and we all have this on stand by. It is dated as it is for Sybase 10, but it is a great way to lear sql in Sybase. The advance topics are to glossed over for serious admin work, I use the survial guides for that.

4.0 out of 5 stars One of the few good books on Sybase..., January 29, 2005

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This review is from: A Guide to Sybase and SQL Server (Hardcover)

Good one for reference as well as to understand basics of Sybase.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Information System Engineer, June 15, 2000

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Jameel Siddiqi (USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: A Guide to Sybase and SQL Server (Hardcover)

Excellent reference guide to keep at work.