Query Answers with SQL Server

Do you need to extend your knowledge of querying in SQL Server? Then this book helps you take your existing skills to the next level as you discover how to write complex and robust SQL queries that enable you to deliver powerful analyses and meaningful insights.This book takes you further on your journey to mastering SQL querying with SQL Server. Step by step, you learn how to build on your existing knowledge and understand the subtleties of T-SQL, the Microsoft flavor of the standard database query language.No matter what your current level of SQL knowledge, this book helps you improve your existing proficiency and gives you the confidence to handle any SQL querying challenge. If you are coming to SQL Server from another database, then this book helps you transition smoothly to T-SQL, as well as deepening your knowledge of many of the more advanced SQL Server query techniques.In an age in which data is key, you need to ensure that you have the right skills to analyze your data and produce the insight that gives you the competitive edge. So get ahead with SQL using the dozens of practical and enjoyable examples and the methodical and comprehensive approach that this book provides.To smooth the learning curve, all the sample data used in the book, as well as all the essential query snippets, are available online at www.tetraspublishing.com.