'Best-Organized' “One of the best-organized travelogues we've seen into the SQL realm.” —Newstips Bulletin 'Most Interesting' "One of the most interesting books about SQL I've ever read. At first glance, it looks like a guide for complete rookies. But the author raises topics that will interest advanced users." —Jakub Romanowski, LearnSQL.com 'A Tremendous Resource' "For those of us who aren't formally part of the business or technology fields and more oriented in the social sciences, this book is a tremendous resource. The author's problem-solving processes and example datasets (often real world examples) are great for social scientists that deal with real-world messy data." —Sarah Aquino, Amazon reviewer About the Author Anthony DeBarros is an award-winning journalist who has combined avid interests in data analysis, coding, and storytelling for much of his career. He spent more than 25 years with the Gannett company, including the Poughkeepsie Journal, USA TODAY, and Gannett Digital. He is currently senior vice president for content and product development for a publishing and events firm and lives and works in the Washington, D.C., area. Who Should Read This Book Practical SQL is for people who encounter data in their everyday lives and want to learn how to analyze and transform it. To this end, the book discusses real-world data and scenarios, such as U.S. Census demographics, crime statistics, and data about taxi rides in New York City. Along with information about databases and code, you’ll also learn tips on how to analyze and acquire data as well as other valuable insights the author has accumulated throughout his career. He doesn't focus on setting up servers or other tasks typically handled by a database administrator, but the SQL and PostgreSQL fundamentals you learn in this book will serve you well if you intend to go that route. The book contains exercises for beginner SQL coders but will assume that you know your way around your computer, including how to install programs, navigate your hard drive, and download files from the internet. About the Publisher No Starch Press has published the finest in geek entertainment since 1994, creating both timely and timeless titles like Python Crash Course, Python for Kids, How Linux Works, and Hacking: The Art of Exploitation. An independent, San Francisco-based publishing company, No Starch Press focuses on a curated list of well-crafted books that make a difference. They publish on many topics, including computer programming, cybersecurity, operating systems, and LEGO. The titles have personality, the authors are passionate experts, and all the content goes through extensive editorial and technical reviews. Long known for its fun, fearless approach to technology, No Starch Press has earned wide support from STEM enthusiasts worldwide.
✔ Author(s): Anthony DeBarros
✔ Title: Practical SQL: A Beginner's Guide to Storytelling with Data
✔ Rating : 4.7 out of 5 base on (270 reviews)
✔ ISBN-10: 1593278276
✔ ISBN-13: 9781593278274
✔ Language: English
✔ Format ebook: PDF, EPUB, Kindle, Audio, HTML and MOBI
✔ Device compatibles: Android, iOS, PC and Amazon Kindle
Readers' opinions about Practical SQL by Anthony DeBarros
Lucy Garraway
This book is a work of art. The language, the imagery, the symbolism - everything came together beautifully to create a memorable reading experience.
Beata Shepard
The plot was so well-paced that I lost track of time while reading. I was completely immersed in the story, eagerly turning the pages to uncover the next twist.
Katherine Stevenson
The themes of resilience and hope resonated deeply with me. This book taught me valuable life lessons that I'll carry with me for years to come.
