<p>SQL (Structured Query Language) is a query language for relational database management. In this book, you will discover the basics of its organization and its characteristics. Using the PhpMyAdmin environment, you will learn how to create a database, tables, columns, constraints, keys (primary and foreign), joins and many other specificities. </p>
<p>SQL has a small set of statements and enables you to select records from one or more tables using the universal SELECT command.  </p>
<p>Other expressions like UPDATE, INSERT or DELETE will help you to update, insert or delete records. You will also study several functions that manipulate text, dates and numbers.</p>
<p>Thanks to the exercises in this book, you will understand how a small set of statements can perform accurate actions and enhance your skills.</p>
<p>Enjoy your reading!

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

<b>Rémy Lentzner</b> has been an IT trainer since 1985. Specialized in mastering office automation tools, he supports companies in the professional training of their employees. Self-taught, he has several computer books to his credit.
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