Oracle9i: SQL, with an Introduction to PL/SQL [Paperback]

Lannes Morris-Murphy (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: July 16, 2003 | ISBN-10: 0619212845 | ISBN-13: 978-0619212841 | Edition: 1

Oracle9i SQL not only prepares students for the first exam in both the Oracle Database Administrator (DBA) and Internet Application Developer Certification Tracks; it offers them a solid understanding of Oracle9i SQL and how to use it effectively. This textbook is not simply a study guide; it is written for individuals who have just a basic knowledge of databases and can be utilized in a course on this latest implementation of SQL from Oracle. A business case that follows the progress of an online book retailer, JustLee Books, runs through every chapter, and many of the examples in each chapter build on this case. In addition, hands-on activities at the end of each chapter, such as review questions, assignments, and a case project, help to reinforce Oracle9i SQL skills.

Product Details

• Paperback: 576 pages
• Publisher: Course Technology; 1 edition (July 16, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0619212845
• ISBN-13: 978-0619212841
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 7.4 x 1.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.2 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #882,665 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #34 in Books > Computers & Technology > Databases > Beginning & Introductory
  • #85 in Books > Computers & Technology > Databases > Oracle

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Finally! A textbook on Oracle SQL!, April 22, 2005

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David H. Kravatz "dhk_books" (Forest Hills, New York United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Oracle9i: SQL, with an Introduction to PL/SQL (Paperback)

I had almost given up hope that I would never learn SQL until I bought this book. It is the first non-study guide I have come across on Oracle SQL. It actually has exercises for you to do so you can see if you really understand what you are doing. Although the Bijou Thomas Study Guide is good, you really need a textbook. And this is it. I really understood joins for first time! Surprised more people don't know about this book. It is superb!

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Yep, it's a keeper!, November 2, 2006

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This review is from: Oracle9i: SQL, with an Introduction to PL/SQL (Paperback)

I liked this book. Coming from SQL Server 2000 to the Oracle environment, I had a lot of questions. This book covered the subject material completely without over-coaching or being too simple.

It was an excellent read and a book that I refer to often. Well written.

1 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful!, July 20, 2005

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Rex.C - See all my reviews

This review is from: Oracle9i: SQL, with an Introduction to PL/SQL (Paperback)

What are you thinking of SQL? Is it a difficult language? I thought the answer is "NO" until i bought this book. Or you may think whether it is a language? I also told you that it is really a language and is fourth generation language, which is English-like language and you use such languages just by telling it what you want to do, not necessary to specify any actions. That's OK!!!

I think the author spent so much time to construct this book and revised it many many times. I saw there weren't many errata in this book and the construction is great. It is very easy to read and to learn just following the chapters one after another.

It is also great for keeping it as a reference for your studies or on your jobs. It is comprehensive showing all the things in SQL statements and each function that any elements are included. It is clear to show all necessary or optional symbols for the use in retrieving data from database.

I think if you have ever learnt SQL and you think to start learning SQL, you should buy this book for your first step starting to learn SQL.