T-SQL Fundamentals (Developer Reference)

Description

Query and modify data effectively with the latest T-SQL features. Master Transact-SQL’s fundamentals, and write correct, robust code for querying and modifying data with modern Microsoft data technologies, including SQL Server 2022, Azure SQL Database, and Azure SQL Managed Instance. Long-time Microsoft Data Platform MVP Itzik Ben-Gan explains key T-SQL concepts, helping you apply your knowledge with hands-on exercises. Ben-Gan first introduces T-SQL’s theory and underlying logic, illuminating it as both a language and a way of thinking. Next, he walks through core topics, including logical query processing, single table queries, joins, subqueries, table expressions, set operators, data analysis, data modifications, temporal tables, and transactions and concurrency. Building on this foundation, you’ll enhance your coding capabilities, from programmatic constructs to the powerful new SQL Graph. Throughout, Ben-Gan presents reusable T-SQL sample code that works in cloud, on-premises, and hybrid environments. CHAPTER 1 Background to T-SQL querying and programming CHAPTER 2 Single-table queries CHAPTER 3 Joins CHAPTER 4 Subqueries CHAPTER 5 Table expressions CHAPTER 6 Set operators CHAPTER 7 T-SQL for data analysis CHAPTER 8 Data modification CHAPTER 9 Temporal tables CHAPTER 10 Transactions and concurrency CHAPTER 11 SQL Graph CHAPTER 12 Programmable objects