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This second edition relies on the same successful approach that distinguished the first: it covers the principles of database theory with unmatched thoroughness, and it rigorously links theory to the real world of database programming and administration. A careful discussion of SQL standards and a multitude of examples drawn from actual databases-Oracle, DB2, and Informix-complements the authors' concept-oriented instruction, allowing you to develop...

Integrates database theory with a practical approach to database design and implementation. From publisher description.

Utilizes step-by-step instructions, along with practical tips, tricks, and real-life examples, to walk readers through the process of building a database, entering new records, designing and editing tables and forms, creating queries, adding smart tags to tables, and other essential aspects of the application.

CD-ROM contains: "hundreds of complete, ready-to-use example databases discussed in the book.

Presents a guide to the latest version of the database management application, covering such topics as creating databases and tables, setting up queries, producing reports, building forms, and using macros --

Not a reference book, and not a tutorial either, the new second edition of the highly regarded Access Cookbook is an uncommonly useful collection of solutions to problems that Access users and developers are likely to face as they attempt to build increasingly complex applications. Although using any single "recipe" in the book will more than pay back the cost of the book in terms of both hours saved and frustration thwarted, Access Cookbook, Second...