Microsoft SQL Server 2008 All-in-One Desk Reference For Dummies (ePub)

If you're in charge of database administration, developing
database software, or looking for database solutions for your
company, Microsoft SQL Server 2008 All-In-One Desk Reference For
Dummies can help you get a handle on this extremely popular
relational database management system. Here you'll find
what's new in the latest version; how to choose and install
the right variation for your needs; how to monitor, maintain, and
protect your data; and what it takes to keep your database healthy.
You'll discover how to:

* Build and maintain tables

* Design a database and communicate with it

* Retrieve, analyze, and report data

* Build solid, robust database applications

* Use the SQL Server Optimizer and Query Designer

* Navigate SQL Server with Visual Studio

* Develop useful reports with the Report Builder and Report
Designer

* Create Business Intelligence solutions with Business
Intelligence Development Studio

* Configure your server and perform major administrative
tasks

To help you quickly find what you need, Microsoft SQL Server
2008 All-In-One Desk Reference For Dummies is divided into nine
minibooks:

* Essential Concepts

* Designing and Using Databases

* Interacting With Your Data

* Database Programming

* Reporting Services

* Analysis Services

* Performance Tips and Tricks

* Database Administration

* Appendixes

Microsoft SQL Server 2008 All-In-One Desk Reference For
Dummies gets you started, helps you solve problems, and will
even answer your questions down the road!