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Simply SQL: The Fun and Easy Way to Learn Best-Practice SQL 1st Edition

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Packed with examples, Simply SQL is a step-by-step introduction to learning SQL. You'll discover how easy it is to use SQL to interact with best-practice, robust databases. Rather than bore you with theory, it focuses on the practical use of SQL with common databases and uses plenty of diagrams, easy-to-read text, and examples to help make learning SQL easy and fun.

Step through the basic SQL syntax
Learn how to use best practices in database design
Master advanced syntax like inner joins, groups, and subqueries
Understand the SQL datatypes
And much more...

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0980455251
ISBN-13

978-0980455250
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1st
Publisher

SitePoint
Publication date

January 20, 2009
Language

English
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7 x 0.69 x 9 inches
Print length

330 pages
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Publisher ‏ : ‎ SitePoint; 1st edition (January 20, 2009)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 330 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0980455251
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0980455250
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.13 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7 x 0.69 x 9 inches

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Jose Demarko

Must have beginning SQL book

Reviewed in the United States on October 4, 2011

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Me: Been working with computers since paper punch tape. Have maybe 100 or so total computer related books, e and traditional. Make my living on/with computers as an independent contractor.

Recently had to learn MySql to design a database with tables to handle millions of records. Spent hours on line and at the MySql forum going in circles. Then asked for tips on reading material, Simply SQL being one of six books recommended by the forum moderators. Although this book is about general pure SQL and not specific to MySql, it is in my opinion the very best book to start with period. Clearly covers in detail all aspects of SQL statements in English and presupposes nothing.

Mr. Limeback's writing style is very easy to understand. It is a bit repetitive, at times, which I found to be refreshing after going over a number of books on the subject which state something only once, maybe in an ambiguous manner, and then start right in on the next level leaving you wondering if you are confused because you are not getting the next concept, or you just didn't get the last concept with no way to extrapolate either case to a conclusion. Not with Simply SQL. All topics are straight forward with examples.

It is not a monster 1000 pager and does not cover everything: no book does. However what is there is fist rate and relatively complete.

Need to learn SQL for MySQL, Oracle, SQL Server, etc. from scratch or are struggling to grasp SQL concepts? This book is the easy button to competency. That is just on the topic functionality side of it.

The book itself is a model of information exchange. It is organized logically, does not introduce new syntax with out explaining it, is written at the level of its target audience, beginners with out being remedial or leaving out information (an amazing feat), and of most importance, covers the topic in a manner which Mr. Limeback states makes the most sense, to which I totally agree.

Bottom line: One of the best computer books I've ever read.

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Kenneth S. Mcgovern

Great book.

Reviewed in the United States on February 8, 2020

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Accessible. Easy read. Well written.

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J. Smith

Decent book for a first-timer

Reviewed in the United States on April 28, 2014

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I had to purchase this book for a Database Design class I was taking. I read the entire thing from cover to cover and I learned enough to get an "A" in my class.

I had previous experience with SQL, so some of this was review for me. I found it odd that the author saved the SELECT statement for last, though I can see why he did it. But for someone learning SQL for the first time, I'm not sure that would have been clear. I also felt like there were too many places where the author jumped around or got off topic. There were a couple different example projects that he references, and I feel it would have been better to stick with one and build it out. Oh, and there weren't any exercises at the end of each chapter, in case that's what you're looking for.

Despite these "cons", I would recommend this book to a beginner. It was written in a very understandable way for the non-technical types, but it doesn't baby you too much if you're a more advanced beginner.

Reviewed in the United States on January 11, 2014

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Just a great textbook for anyone wishing to learn SQL. The author approaches the subject from the perspective of why it works the way it works, not just how it works.

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Dave Crouch

Very helpful for reference

Reviewed in the United States on November 8, 2013

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I wanted to refresh my SQL writing skills and use this more as a reference for the things I'd forgotten.
I find if very helpful!

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LAM KIN KAH

incomplete book only worth half the price

Reviewed in the United States on July 21, 2012

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i have given two stars just because i feel one star is too hash. this book is good only for chapter first one to fourth. the rest of the chapter i feel like the author is trying too fill up the chapter with non relevent stuff. i am sure that there are better book to learn sql. author should explain more on function etc. instead skip through and fill up with other non relevant word to complete chapter. it seem like the author do not know how to end the book and just want to finish it.

Reviewed in the United States on August 7, 2012

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This book is exactly what i wanted. The author has done a very good job covering a Lot of material in a smaller amount of pages than many.

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Korey

Five Stars

Reviewed in the United States on February 27, 2015

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Just buy it!

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 18, 2011

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I originally contacted the author in an sql help forum where has answered a very perplexing question.

On his suggestion I purchased the Kindle version of the book and I am very glad I did.

I am a software engineer and have been for 36 years. I only meet SQL occasionally and like all lazy coders I have never learnt the language, preferring to muddle thru and hit the help forums when I get stuck. I have always known that I should learn it but its like the engineers car or painter and decorators house, it never gets done and after 36 years I guessed it wasn't gonna get done.

I am working on a project that oozes sql (multi tiered, up to 3000 clients) and after reading Rudy's book I have gone back and rewritten every single line of SQL and ..... wait for it ...... it all worked first time.

The plan is to come down off of the ceiling next weekend and coalesce on the floor (eh Rudy)?

Seriously though, this is the book that made me a SQL coder and it can also do it for you, stick it on the kindle and keep with you.

Sorted.

Spyridon N.

Very good book - I recommend it

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 19, 2014

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This book was more than I expected. I've read a couple of SQL books and this is by far the best. Short and straight to the point. Definitely it worths its money.

Strong points: it goes straight to the point. It explains the whens and whys of SQL in an easy to follow pace. Covers all SQL syntax you may use in your everyday life. Touches database design.
Most strong point (for me): it gives you the info you need in a way that you can remember it later. You not only understand what the author wants to say, but you actually digest the meaning right away.

Weak points: I could not identify any.

Overall: get this book. It's one of the kind.

Mark James

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 13, 2009

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A great book providing a foundation for learning SQL. It has practical examples that stretch the imagination but stay firmly rooted to the real world. Unlike to many books in the systems world is readable and immediately comprehensible. If you are starting out on the SQL road or even dabbling in using databases with websites then this is an excellent start to getting to grips with what SQL and what it can do for you

It doesn't attempt to cover every possible feature of SQL.
It doesn't try to bamboozle newcomers to SQL with unnecessary features or "show off" the authors knowledge of SQL.
it succeeds in providing a good grounding in how to use SQL.

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Tiberiu Pana

Five Stars

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 1, 2017

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Easy to understand and work with. Highly recommend.

LVdesign

SQL best practice

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 29, 2015

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Yes, simply SQL but in deep…

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