A quick, clearly written introduction to the use of SQL to store and retrieve information
Features First edition of this strong-selling book has sold over 14,000 copies since 2010.
• Utilizes a language-based approach that allows the user to learn SQL as they would learn English
• Updated examples work with the latest versions of Oracle, SQL Server and MySQL
Table of Contents
The Language of SQL, 2nd Edition

Introduction
1. Relational Databases and SQL
2. Basic Data Retrieval
3. Calculated Fields and Aliases
4. Using Functions
5. Sorting Data
6. Selection Criteria
7. Boolean Logic
8. Conditional Logic
9. Summarizing Data
10. Subtotals and Crosstabs
11. Inner Joins
12. Outer Joins
13. Self Joins and Views
14. Subqueries
15. Set Logic
16. Stored Procedures and Parameters
17. Modifying Data
18. Maintaining Tables
19. Principles of Database Design
20. Strategies for Displaying Data
A. Getting Started with Microsoft SQL Server
B. Getting Started with MySQL
C. Getting Started with Oracle.