Updated for the latest database management systems, the third edition of this introductory guide will get you up and running with SQL quickly. Whether you need to write database applications, perform administrative tasks, or generate reports, Learning SQL will help you easily master all the SQL fundamentals. Each chapter presents a self-contained lesson on a key SQL concept or technique, with numerous illustrations and annotated examples. Exercises at the end of each chapter let you practice the skills you learn. Knowledge of SQL is a must for interacting with data. With Learning SQL, you'll quickly learn how to put the power and flexibility of this language to work. About the Author Alan Beaulieu has been designing, building, and implementing custom database applications for over 25 years. He is the author of Learning SQL and Mastering Oracle SQL (O'Reilly), and has written an online course on SQL for the University of California. He currently runs his own consulting company that specializes in database design and development in the fields of Financial Services and Telecommunications. Alan has a Bachelor of Science degree in Operations Research from the Cornell University School of Engineering.