What's a good SQL beginner book?

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I'm currently in an Intro to Database class right now.  Problem is, the teacher doesn't teach anything past lecturing directly from powerpoint slides.  I'm having a bit of trouble learning and really would like a grasp on SQL before I graduate.  We are currently using Oracle 8 and SQL Plus.. Can anyone recommend to me a good book to learn SQL?  I'm a true beginner.  Thanks in advance!

Anonymous · Accepted Answer

Check out this online tutorial for SQL:
www.w3schools.com/sql/default.asp

It goes from the basics to more advance queries. Also, you could always get "SQL for Dummies". 

Hope it helps

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What's a good SQL beginner book?
I'm currently in an Intro to Database class right now.  Problem is, the teacher doesn't teach anything past lecturing directly from powerpoint slides.  I'm having a bit of trouble learning and really would like a grasp on SQL before I graduate.  We are currently using Oracle 8 and SQL Plus.. Can...

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TheMadProfessor · Answer

I'd concur with the w3schools website - they have some excellent tutorials there. As well, tho some people pooh-pooh the Dummies series, I've found them useful when just starting out to learn the basics in many areas and the SQL book is no exception. I have yet to find a really good advanced SQL reference tho.

expletive_xom · Answer

theres a lot of SQL for beginners books, and they are all pretty good.
i used Sams Teach Yourself SQL in 10 Minutes, that was good reading and reference. but if you want hands on SQL programming try

http://sqlzoo.net/

it doesnt have the prettiest home page, but it lets you write some basic code...one step at a time.

Serge M · Answer

Try SQL Exercises:

http://www.sql-ex.ru/help

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