Beginning T-SQL 2012 (Expert's Voice in Databases)

__Beginning T-SQL 2012__ is the first step toward learning the T-SQL language that underlies Microsoft’s SQL Server database engine. T-SQL is essential in writing SQL statements to get data into and out of a database. T-SQL is the foundation for business logic embedded in the database in the form of stored procedures and functions. __Beginning T-SQL 2012__ starts you on the path to mastering T-SQL, with an emphasis on best practices and sound coding techniques.__Beginning T-SQL 2012__ begins with an introduction to databases, normalization, and to SQL Server Management Studio. Each subsequent chapter teaches an aspect of T-SQL, building on the skills learned in previous chapters. Exercises in each chapter give readers an opportunity for the hands-on practice that leads to true learning and distinguishes the competent professional.* Imparts best practices for writing T-SQL * Helps you avoid common errors * Shows how to write scalable code for good performance Annotation Beginning T-SQL 2012is the first steptoward learning the T-SQL language that underlies Microsofts SQL Server database engine. T-SQL is essential in writing SQL statements to get data into and out of a database. T-SQL is the foundation for business logic embedded in the database in the form of stored procedures and functions. Beginning T-SQL 2012starts you on the path to mastering T-SQL, with an emphasis on best practices and sound coding techniques. Beginning T-SQL 2012begins with an introduction to databases, normalization, and to SQL Server Management Studio. Each subsequent chapter teaches an aspect of T-SQL, building on the skills learned in previous chapters. Exercises in each chapter give readers an opportunity for the hands-on practice that leads to true learning and distinguishes the competent professional. Imparts best practices for writing T-SQLHelps you avoid common errorsShows how to write scalable code for good performanceWhat youll learnThe fundamentals of relational theory, upon which Transact-SQL is basedHow to write accurate queries that are scalable and perform wellHow to combine set-based and procedural processing, obtaining the best from both worldsHow to embed business logic in your database through stored procedures and functionsHow to simplify your work with new and advanced features, such as common table expressions and virtual tablesHow to enhance performance by knowing when to apply features such table value parameters, and when not toWho this book is forBeginning T-SQL 2012is for developers and database administrators who will be writing database applications against SQL Server databases. Table of ContentsGetting StartedWriting SimpleSELECT QueriesUsing Functions and ExpressionsQuerying Multiple TablesGrouping and Summarizing DataManipulating DataUnderstanding T-SQL Programming LogicWorking with XMLMoving Logic to the DatabaseWorking with Data TypesWriting Advanced QueriesWhere to Go Next? Annotation Beginning T-SQL 2012 is the first step toward learning the T-SQL language that underlies Microsofts SQL Server database engine. T-SQL is essential in writing SQL statements to get data into and out of a database. T-SQL is the foundation for business logic embedded in the database in the form of stored procedures and functions. Beginning T-SQL 2012 starts you on the path to mastering T-SQL, with an emphasis on best practices and sound coding techniques. Beginning T-SQL 2012 begins with an introduction to databases, normalization, and to SQL Server Management Studio. Each subsequent chapter teaches an aspect of T-SQL, building on the skills learned in previous chapters. Exercises in each chapter give readers an opportunity for the hands-on practice that leads to true learning and distinguishes the competent professional. Imparts best practices for writing T-SQL. Helps you avoid common errors. Shows how to write scalable code for good performance. What you'll learn:The fundamentals of relational theory, upon which Transact-SQL is based, How to write accurate queries that are scalable and perform well, How to combine set-based and procedural processing, obtaining the best from both worlds, How to embed business logic in your database through stored procedures and functions, How to simplify your work with new and advanced features, such as common table expressions and virtual tables, How to enhance performance by knowing when to apply features such table value parameters, and when not to. Who this book is for: Beginning T-SQL 2012 is for developers and database administrators who will be writing database applications against SQL Server databases Front Matter....Pages i-xxi Getting Started....Pages 1-33 Writing Simple SELECT Queries....Pages 35-77 Using Functions and Expressions....Pages 79-129 Querying Multiple Tables....Pages 131-167 Grouping and Summarizing Data....Pages 169-202 Manipulating Data....Pages 203-240 Understanding T-SQL Programming Logic....Pages 241-283 Working with XML....Pages 285-310 Moving Logic to the Database....Pages 311-365 Working with Data Types....Pages 367-390 Writing Advanced Queries....Pages 391-417 Where to Go Next?....Pages 419-422 Back Matter....Pages 423-433