The expert tuition and approach to rapid learning in Accelerated SQL Server 2008, one of the first SQL Server 2008 books available, will enable SQL Server and other database professionals to make the leap to the 2008 release of Microsoft’s flagship database management system quickly. Take full advantage of the features of SQL Server 2008, know what tools are available, and quickly realize the power and ease of use that SQL Server 2008 has to offer.
- Lightning–fast introduction to SQL Server 2008
- Written by top experts in the field
- Provides a solid grounding in key features and technologies
Inhoudsopgave
Overview of SQL Server.- SQL Server 2008 Overview.- SQL Server Installation and Configuration.- Enterprise Data Platform.- Policy Management.- High Availability.- Performance.- Security.- SQL Server Encryption.- Automation and Monitoring.- Service Broker.- Integrated Full-Text Search.- Development in SQL Server.- New Datatypes in SQL Server 2008.- T-SQL Enhancements for Developers.- T-SQL Enhancements for DBAs.- .NET Integration.- Programming Assemblies.- SQL Server and XML.- SQL Server XML and XQuery Support.- LINQ to SQL.- Business Intelligence in SQL Server.- Reporting Services.- Analysis Services.- Integration Services.
Over de auteur
Michael Coles has more than a decade’s experience designing and administering SQL Server databases. A prolific writer of articles on all aspects of SQL Server, particularly on the expert use of T-SQL, he holds MCDBA and MCP certifications. He graduated magna cum laude with a bachelor of science degree in information technology from American Intercontinental University in Georgia. A member of the United States Army Reserve, he was activated for two years following 9/11.