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Practical SQL is an approachable and fastpaced guide to SQL (Structured Query Language), the standard programming language for defining, organizing, and exploring data in relational databases. The book focuses on using SQL to find the story your data tells, with the popular opensource database PostgreSQL and the pgAdmin interface as its primary tools.Youll first cover the fundamentals of databases and the SQL language, then build skills by analyzing data from the U.S. Census and other federal and state government agencies. With exercises and realworld examples in each chapter, this book will teach even those who have never programmed before all the tools necessary to build powerful databases and access information quickly and efficiently.Youll learn how to: Create databases and related tables using your own data Define the right data types for your information Aggregate, sort, and filter data to find patterns Use basic math and advanced statistical functions Identify errors in data and clean them up Import and export data using delimited text files Write queries for geographic information systems (GIS) Create advanced queries and automate tasksLearning SQL doesnt have to be dry and complicated. Practical SQL delivers clear examples with an easytofollow approach to teach you the tools you need to build and manage your own databases.This book uses PostgreSQL, but the SQL syntax is applicable to many database applications, including Microsoft SQL Server and MySQL.
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- Q: What is 'Practical SQL: A Beginner's Guide to Storytelling with Data' about? A: This book is a fast-paced guide to SQL, focusing on how to use SQL to uncover stories in data using PostgreSQL and pgAdmin.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Anthony DeBarros.
- Q: What are the main topics covered in the book? A: It covers database fundamentals, SQL language basics, data analysis, cleaning data, and creating advanced queries.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners? A: Yes, it is designed specifically for beginners, even those who have never programmed before.
- Q: What kind of exercises can I expect in this book? A: The book includes exercises and real-world examples that help reinforce the skills learned in each chapter.
- Q: What database does the book primarily focus on? A: The primary focus is on PostgreSQL, but the SQL syntax is applicable to other database systems like Microsoft SQL Server and MySQL.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book has a total of 392 pages.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The item condition is listed as acceptable.
- Q: When was this book published? A: The book was published on May 1, 2018.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.