Theory and Practice of Relational Databases

by Stefan Stanczyk, Bob Champion, Richard Leyton

Book Overview

Theory and Practice of Relational Databases presents a comprehensive explanation of the process of development of database application systems within the framework of a set processing paradigm. Written in a tutorial style and containing a great many examples and exercises as well as extensively using illustrative and explanatory graphics, the author has produced an undergraduate textbook of great depth and clarity that is very easy to follow. The subject of relational databases is brought to life by the writing style and the inclusion of an homogenous case study that reinforces the issues dealt with in each chapter. A Web site supports the book with a 'didactic' database management system (LEAP).

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0415247012
• ISBN13: 9780415247016
• Release Date: August 2001
• Publisher: CRC Press
• Length: 264 Pages
• Weight: 1.24 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.4" x 9.5"
• Grade Range: Postsecondary and higher

Customer Reviews

Good explanation of RDB

A very nice introduction to the background of SQL. That behind it sits a database that can be constructed via a systematic set of rules that can be applied to data. All the standard normal forms are discussed, as one might expect.You don't need to know the predicate calculus for this book. The mathematical treatment should not be difficult to those who have already had university level courses on computer science.The book is not geared towards any vendor's implementation of SQL. Which is good. You can apply this book towards any of the major vendors' offerings.