“Learn SQL in a Month of Lunches” by Jeff Iannucci

I’m thrilled to announce that I have the opportunity to do a technical review for the upcoming book “Learn SQL in a Month of Lunches” by Jeff Iannucci, published by Manning Publications. This book is perfect for new learners of SQL, guiding them from the basics of databases to practical querying techniques. Starting with an introduction to what a database is and its importance, the book progresses to installation instructions and dives into various querying techniques, procedures, joins, constraints, and foreign key concepts. While it doesn’t delve deeply into SQL internals, it provides a solid foundation for beginners.

One of the standout features of this book is the lab exercises at the end of each chapter. These exercises are incredibly well-designed, ensuring that readers who complete them will gain a strong understanding of how to write SQL queries. Additionally, the book offers insights into keyword compatibility across different RDBMS implementations, a valuable resource for both new and experienced developers.

Overall, “Learn SQL in a Month of Lunches” is an excellent read for anyone looking to start their journey with SQL or to brush up on techniques they might not have encountered before.