SQL 2005
billybob01
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I have a course booked up in a couple of months but need to read up before i attend. What book do you reccommend for a complete beginner?
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BeaverC32
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Are you a complete beginner to SQL and databases in general, or just a beginner in SQL Server (but you have knowledge of SQL development/database design)?
Are you more interested in development or administration (or both)?MCSE 2003, MCSA 2003, LPIC-1, MCP, MCTS: Vista Config, MCTS: SQL Server 2005, CCNA, A+, Network+, Server+, Security+, Linux+, BSCS (Information Systems) -
TechJunky
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here are a couple of good sites.
http://www.geocities.com/SiliconValley/Vista/2207sqlone.html
http://apex.vtc.com/welcome.php
http://www.w3schools.com
Books I would recommend.
SQL Server 2000 Programming by Example
By Fernando G. Guerrero
SQL Unleashed - The comprehensive Solutions Package
Code-Centric: T-SQL
Programming with Stored Procedures and Triggers -
jbaello
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I'm also starting my MCTS as my elective for MCSA 2003. Let me know how it goes.billybob01 wrote:I am a complete beginner and interested in Administration. -
BeaverC32
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Check out my related post here: http://techexams.net/forums/viewtopic.php?t=25657
It refers to the 70-431 exam, but the resources listed will benefit you even if you aren't interested in the exam. Another excellent book that will get you going in SQL Server is the SQL Server 2005 Unleashed book.
With that said, it might be worth pursuing the 70-431 exam, since it most likely covers much of what you are interested in.MCSE 2003, MCSA 2003, LPIC-1, MCP, MCTS: Vista Config, MCTS: SQL Server 2005, CCNA, A+, Network+, Server+, Security+, Linux+, BSCS (Information Systems)