MySQL Explained

Andrew Comeau

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MySQL Explained

by Andrew Comeau

2015

OS Training

392

9781979983112

Description

MySQL Explained is a step-by-step tutorial for everyone who's ready to learn about the database software most commonly used for storing information behind some of today's most popular websites and online applications. Written especially for people outside the technology field, MySQL Explained provides the background information you need to get familiar with database theory and the principles behind organizing data. This book starts from the ground up, helping the reader to understand the very definition of a database, the forms it can take and the different options for storing information. By the end of this book, you'll understand the reasons for choosing MySQL, the options for installing it and the tools that it offers to store and safeguard your data. If you are in any way involved in designing or managing a website or data solution of any kind, you owe it to yourself to understand the tools involved. Quality database management systems are essential in today's data-driven world and such essential tools should not be a mystery to those who depend on them. MySQL Explained can help you unravel the mystery and learn more about a technology that will be around for a long time to come. This edition provides improvements in formatting and readability over the 2015 edition.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many pages are in MySQL Explained?

This edition of MySQL Explained has approximately 392 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.

How long does it take to read MySQL Explained?

For most readers, MySQL Explained typically takes between 8h 10m and 5h 27m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 98,000 words and common reading speeds.

Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 6h 32m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 14 days • Estimated word count: 98,000 words

Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.

What is the word count of MySQL Explained?

The estimated word count for MySQL Explained is approximately 98,000 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.

This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.

Who is the author of MySQL Explained?

MySQL Explained was written by Andrew Comeau.

When was MySQL Explained published?

The publication date for this specific edition is 2015. The original work may have been published on a different date.