The Mysql Workshop

Learning MySQL just got a whole lot easier, thanks to this hands-on workshop, complete with simple explanations, engaging examples, and realistic exercises that focus on helping you to build and maintain databases effectively Key Features Learn how to set up and maintain a MySQL database Run SQL queries to create, retrieve, and manipulate data Use MySQL effectively with common business applications such as Excel and MS Access Book Description Do you want to learn how to create and maintain databases effectively? Are you looking for simple answers to basic MySQL questions as well as straightforward examples that you can use at work? If so, this workshop is the right choice for you. Designed to build your confidence through hands-on practice, this book uses a simple approach that focuses on the practical, so you can get straight down to business without having to wade through pages and pages of dull, dry theory. As you work through bite-sized exercises and activities, you'll learn how to use different MySQL tools to create a database and manage the data within it. You'll see how to transfer data between a MySQL database and other sources, and use real-world datasets to gain valuable experience of manipulating and gaining insights from data. As you progress, you'll discover how to protect your database by managing user permissions and performing logical backups and restores. If you've already tried to teach yourself SQL, but haven't been able to make the leap from understanding simple queries to working on live projects with a real database management system, The MySQL Workshop will get you on the right track. By the end of this MySQL book, you'll have the knowledge, skills, and confidence to advance your career and tackle your own ambitious projects with MySQL. What you will learn Understand the concepts of relational databases and document stores Use SQL queries, stored procedures, views, functions, and transactions Connect to and manipulate data using MS Access, MS Excel, and Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) Read and write data in the CSV or JSON format using MySQL Manage data while running MySQL Shell in JavaScript mode Use X DevAPI to access a NoSQL interface for MySQL Manage user roles, credentials, and privileges to keep data secure Perform a logical database backup with mysqldump and mysqlpump Who this book is for This book is for anyone who wants to learn how to use MySQL in a productive, efficient way. If you're totally new to MySQL, it'll help you get started or if you've used MySQL before, it'll fill in any gaps, consolidate key concepts, and offer valuable hands-on practice. Prior knowledge of simple SQL or basic programming techniques will help you in quickly grasping the concepts covered, but is not necessary.

Learning MySQL just got a whole lot easier, thanks to this hands-on workshop, complete with simple explanations, engaging examples, and realistic exercises that focus on helping you to build and maintain databases effectively Key Features: Learn how to set up and maintain a MySQL database Run SQL queries to create, retrieve, and manipulate data Use MySQL effectively with common business applications such as Excel and MS Access Book Description: Do you want to learn how to create and maintain databases effectively? Are you looking for simple answers to basic MySQL questions as well as straightforward examples that you can use at work? If so, this workshop is the right choice for you. Designed to build your confidence through hands-on practice, this book uses a simple approach that focuses on the practical, so you can get straight down to business without having to wade through pages and pages of dull, dry theory. As you work through bite-sized exercises and activities, you'll learn how to use different MySQL tools to create a database and manage the data within it. You'll see how to transfer data between a MySQL database and other sources, and use real-world datasets to gain valuable experience of manipulating and gaining insights from data. As you progress, you'll discover how to protect your database by managing user permissions and performing logical backups and restores. If you've already tried to teach yourself SQL, but haven't been able to make the leap from understanding simple queries to working on live projects with a real database management system, The MySQL Workshop will get you on the right track. By the end of this MySQL book, you'll have the knowledge, skills, and confidence to advance your career and tackle your own ambitious projects with MySQL. What You Will Learn: Understand the concepts of relational databases and document stores Use SQL queries, stored procedures, views, functions, and transactions Connect to and manipulate data using MS Access, MS Excel, and Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) Read and write data in the CSV or JSON format using MySQL Manage data while running MySQL Shell in JavaScript mode Use X DevAPI to access a NoSQL interface for MySQL Manage user roles, credentials, and privileges to keep data secure Perform a logical database backup with mysqldump and mysqlpump Who this book is for: This book is for anyone who wants to learn how to use MySQL in a productive, efficient way. If you're totally new to MySQL, it'll help you get started or if you've used MySQL before, it'll fill in any gaps, consolidate key concepts, and offer valuable hands-on practice. Prior knowledge of simple SQL or basic programming techniques will help you in quickly grasping the concepts covered, but is not necessary.

This book is intended to teach the basics of using the MySQL relational database management system (RDBMS) to create and manage databases and is ideal for those unfamiliar with both databases in general and MySQL in particular.Topics covered include the basics of relational databases, database architecture, an overview of the MySQL administration tools, database security implementation and detailed tutorials on using SQL to create, manage and retrieve data from MySQL based databases.

Get to grips with the fundamentals of PHP programming and learn to build dynamic, testable PHP web applications with the help of real-world examples and hands-on projects Key FeaturesStart building modern and testable PHP web applicationsMaster the basic syntax and fundamental features of PHPImplement object-oriented programming to write modular, well-structured codeBook Description Do you want to build your own websites, but have never really been confident enough to turn your ideas into real projects? If your web development skills are a bit rusty, or if you've simply never programmed before, The PHP Workshop will show you how to build dynamic websites using PHP with the help of engaging examples and challenging activities. This PHP tutorial starts with an introduction to PHP, getting you set up with a productive development environment. You will write, execute, and troubleshoot your first PHP script using a built-in templating engine and server. Next, you'll learn about variables and data types, and see how conditions and loops help control the flow of a PHP program. Progressing through the chapters, you'll use HTTP methods to turn your PHP scripts into web apps, persist data by connecting to an external database, handle application errors, and improve functionality by using third-party packages. By the end of this Workshop, you'll be well-versed in web application development, and have the knowledge and skills to creatively tackle your own ambitious projects with PHP. What you will learnSet up a development environment and write your first PHP scriptsUse inheritance, encapsulation, polymorphism and other OOP conceptsUse HTTP and understand the request-response cycle of an applicationPerform file operations and interact with external databasesDeal with application errors and handle exceptionsUse third-party libraries and manage dependenciesConnect your application to web services to allow for data exchangeWho this book is for This book on PHP for beginners will help you if you're just getting started with PHP. Although prior programming experience is not necessary, a basic understanding of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript will help you grasp the concepts covered more easily.

Get to grips with SQL fundamentals and learn how to efficiently create, read and update information stored in databases Key FeaturesUnderstand the features and syntax of SQL and use them to query databasesLearn how to create databases and tables and manipulate the data within themCreate advanced queries and apply them on realistic databases with hands-on activitiesBook Description Many software applications are backed by powerful relational database systems, meaning that the skills to be able to maintain a SQL database and reliably retrieve data are in high demand. With its simple syntax and effective data manipulation capabilities, SQL enables you to manage relational databases with ease. The SQL Workshop will help you progress from basic to advanced-level SQL queries in order to create and manage databases successfully. This Workshop begins with an introduction to basic CRUD commands and gives you an overview of the different data types in SQL. You'll use commands for narrowing down the search results within a database and learn about data retrieval from single and multiple tables in a single query. As you advance, you'll use aggregate functions to perform calculations on a set of values, and implement process automation using stored procedures, functions, and triggers. Finally, you'll secure your database against potential threats and use access control to keep your data safe. Throughout this Workshop, you'll use your skills on a realistic database for an online shop, preparing you for solving data problems in the real world. By the end of this book, you'll have built the knowledge, skills and confidence to creatively solve real-world data problems with SQL. What you will learnCreate databases and insert data into themUse SQL queries to create, read, update, and delete dataMaintain data integrity and consistency through normalizationCustomize your basic SQL queries to get the desired outputRefine your database search using the WHERE and HAVING clausesUse joins to fetch data from multiple tables and create custom reportsImprove web application performance by automating processesSecure a database with GRANT and REVOKE privilegesWho this book is for This Workshop is suitable for anyone who wants to learn how to use SQL to work with databases. No prior SQL or database experience is necessary. Whether you're an aspiring software developer, database engineer, data scientist, or systems administrator, this Workshop will quickly get you up and running.

The only Oracle Press guide to MySQL Workbench explains how to design and model MySQL databases. MySQL Workbench Data Modeling and Development helps developers learn how to effectively use this powerful product for database modeling, reverse engineering, and interaction with the database without writing SQL statements. MySQL Workbench is a graphical user interface that can be used to create and maintain MySQL databases without coding. The book covers the interface and explains how to accomplish each step by illustrating best practices visually. Clear examples, instructions, and explanations reveal, in a single volume, the art of database modeling. This Oracle Press guide shows you how to get the tool to do what you want. Annotated screen shots demonstrate all interactions with the tool, and text explains the how, what, and why of each step. Complete coverage Installation and Configuration; Creating and Managing Connections; Data Modeling Concepts; Creating an ERD; Defining the Physical Schemata; Creating and Managing Tables; Creating and Managing Relationships; Creating and Managing Views; Creating and Managing Routines; Creating and Managing Routine Groups; Creating and Managing User & Groups; Creating and Managing SQL Scripts; Generating SQL Scripts; Forward Engineering a Data Model; Synchronize a Model with a Database; Reverse Engineering a Database; Managing Differences in the Data Catalog; Creating and Managing Model Notes; Editing Table Data; Editing Generated Scripts; Creating New Instances; Managing Import and Export; Managing Security; Managing Server Instances

Cut through the noise and get real results with a step-by-step approach to learning SQL Key Features A structured, straightforward introduction to SQL for beginners A SQL tutorial with step-by-step exercises and activities that help build key skills Structured to let you progress at your own pace, on your own terms Use your physical print copy to redeem free access to the online interactive edition Book Description You already know you want to learn SQL, and the best way to learn SQL is to learn by doing. The SQL Workshop focuses on building up your SQL database management skills so that you can easily store and retrieve data or become the in-house expert on complex queries. You'll learn from real examples that lead to real results. Throughout The SQL Workshop, you'll take an engaging step-by-step approach to understanding SQL programming. You won't have to sit through any unnecessary theory. If you're short on time you can jump into a single exercise each day or spend an entire weekend learning how to create functions and stored procedures. It's your choice. Learning on your terms, you'll build up and reinforce key skills in a way that feels rewarding. Every physical print copy of The SQL Workshop unlocks access to the interactive edition. With videos detailing all exercises and activities, you'll always have a guided solution. You can also benchmark yourself against assessments, track progress, and receive content updates. You'll even earn a secure credential that you can share and verify online upon completion. It's a premium learning experience that's included with your printed copy. To redeem, follow the instructions located at the start of your book. Fast-paced and direct, The SQL Workshop is the ideal companion for SQL beginners. You'll build and iterate on your code like a software developer, learning along the way. This process means that you'll find that your new skills stick, embedded as best practice. A solid foundation for the years ahead. What you will learn Learn how to create normalized databases Explore how to insert data into tables efficiently Explore various techniques to retrieve data from multiple tables Build advanced queries using techniques like subqueries and views Learn advanced SQL programming techniques such as functions and triggers Who this book is for Our goal at Packt is to help you be successful, in whatever it is you choose to do. The SQL Workshop is an ideal SQL tutorial for the SQL beginner who is just getting started. Pick up a Workshop today, and let Packt help you develop skills that stick with you for life.

Presents instructions on using MySQL, covering such topics as installation, querying, user management, security, and backups and recovery.