eBooks List For Item Databases

PHP and MySQL for Dummies with CDROM


  • ISBN:
  • 0764516507
  • Authors:
  • Janet Valade

This is an introductory level book that provides the essential information needed to enable users to build common Web database applications. The book is directed toward users who know HTML and have created static Web pages, but no prior experience with programming or database design or use is required. PHP and MySQL For Dummies contains all the information necessary to create a simple Web database or fully functional E-commerce Web site. ABOUT...

Physical Database Design: the database professional's guide to exploiting indexes, views, storage, and more (The Morgan Kaufmann Series in Data Management Systems)


  • ISBN:
  • 0123693896
  • Authors:
  • Sam S. Lightstone, Toby J. Teorey, Tom Nadeau

The rapidly increasing volume of information contained in relational databases places a strain on databases, performance, and maintainability: DBAs are under greater pressure than ever to optimize database structure for system performance and administration. Physical Database Design discusses the concept of how physical structures of databases affect performance, including specific examples, guidelines, and best and worst practices for a variety...

Fundamental Data Compression


  • ISBN:
  • 0750663103
  • Authors:
  • Ida Mengyi Pu

Fundamental Data Compression provides all the information students need to be able to use this essential technology in their future careers. A huge, active research field, and a part of many people's everyday lives, compression technology is an essential part of today's Computer Science and Electronic Engineering courses. With the help of this book, students can gain a thorough understanding of the underlying theory and algorithms, as well as...

XML Bible


  • ISBN:
  • 0764532367
  • Authors:
  • Elliotte Rusty Harold

XML is revolutionizing Web-site development by making difficult tasks easier -- and many new tasks possible. Based on the latest W3C standards, this thorough tutorial-plus-reference takes you step by step through everything you need to know to put XML to work, from the fundamentals of the XML language to document construction and simple XML-based solutions for specialized markup problems. Numerous examples, specifications, and addresses for...

Advances in Data Analysis: Proceedings of the 30th Annual Conference of the Gesellschaft für Klassifikation e.V., Freie Universität Berlin, March 8-10, ... Data Analysis, and Knowledge Organization)


  • ISBN:
  • 3540709800

The book focuses on exploratory data analysis, learning of latent structures in datasets, and unscrambling of knowledge. It covers a broad range of methods from multivariate statistics, clustering and classification, visualization and scaling as well as from data and time series analysis. It provides new approaches for information retrieval and data mining. Furthermore, the book reports challenging applications in marketing and management...

Applied Mathematics for Database Professionals (Expert's Voice)


  • ISBN:
  • 1590597451
  • Authors:
  • Lex de Haan, Toon Koppelaars

Relational databases hold data, right? They indeed do, but to think of a database as nothing more than a container for data is to miss out on the profound power that underlies relational technology. A far more powerful way of thinking lies in relational technologys foundation in the mathematical disciplines of logic and set theory. Databases contain truths or propositions describing some area of interest such as a business. Those truths are...

Professional XML Databases


  • ISBN:
  • 1861003587
  • Authors:
  • Michael Brundage, Patrick Dengler, Jeff Gabriel, Andy Hoskinson, Michael Kay, Thomas Maxwell, Marcelo Ochoa, Johnny Papa, Mohan Vanmane

: In this book, we look at how to integrate XML into your current relational data source strategies. With the increasing amount of data stored in relational databases, and the importance of XML as a format for marking up data - whether it be for storage, display, interchange, or processing - you need to have command of four key skills: understanding how to structure, process, access, and store your data. By introducing guidelines for how to...

PHP 5 for Dummies


  • ISBN:
  • 0764541668
  • Authors:
  • Janet Valade

Covers the latest major release of PHP, the most popular open source Web scripting language, in the friendly, easy-to-understand For Dummies style PHP is installed on nearly nine million servers, and usage has grown at the rate of 6.5 percent per month for the past two years PHP is easy to learn, well suited for Web development, and can be embedded with HTML, making it a good choice for creating dynamic Web pages for e-commerce sites and other...

Macromedia Studio MX 2004 All-in-One Desk Reference for Dummies


  • ISBN:
  • 0764544071
  • Authors:
  • Damon Dean, Andy Cowitt, Ellen Finkelstein, Doug Sahlin, Camille McCue

Macromedia Studio MX 2004 All-in-One Desk Reference For Dummies provides a one-stop reference for users looking to harness the power of this Web building suite. The book covers each of the core applications in Studio MX including Dreamweaver, Flash, Freehand, Fireworks, ColdFusion and, newly added to this edition, Contribute. Macromedia Studio MX 2004 All-in-One Desk Reference For Dummies also contains coverage on using all the applications...

Professional SQL Server Analysis Services 2005 with MDX (Programmer to Programmer)


  • ISBN:
  • 0764579185
  • Authors:
  • Sivakumar Harinath, Stephen R. Quinn

Written by the lead developers of Analysis Services at Microsoft, this book begins with an overview showing how Analysis Services and MDX can be used to build data warehouses and multidimensional databases The authors then describe the development processes for building dimensions and cubes from various data sources Demonstrating a variety of techniques in real-world scenarios, the book shows how MDX can be used to query databases to provide...

XML by Example (By Example)


  • ISBN:
  • 0789722429
  • Authors:
  • Benoit Marchal

XML by Example teaches Web developers to make the most of XML with short, self-contained examples every step of the way. The book presumes knowledge of HTML, the Web, Web scripting, and covers such topics as: Document Type Definitions, Namespaces, Parser Debugging, XSL (Extensible Stylesheet Language), and DOM and SAX APIs. At the end, developers will review the concepts taught in the book by building a full, real-world e-commerce application.

Algorithms: A Functional Programming Approach (International Computer Science Series)


  • ISBN:
  • 0201596040
  • Authors:
  • Fethi A. Rabhi, Guy Lapalme

The design of algorithms for problem-solving lies at the heart of computer science. Concise yet authoritative, Algorithms: A Functional Programming Approach teaches the skills needed to master this essential subject. The authors challenge more traditional methods of teaching algorithms by using a functional programming context, with Haskell as the implementation language. This leads to smaller, clearer and more elegant programs which enable the...

MySQL Certification Study Guide


  • ISBN:
  • 0672326329
  • Authors:
  • Paul DuBois, Stefan Hinz, Carsten Pedersen

With more than 4 million active installations, MySQL is the world's most popular open-source database. Known for its speed, high reliability, and ease of use, MySQL is rapidly becoming a low-cost alternative to database systems from Oracle, IBM, and Microsoft. MySQL AB intends to agressively improve the feature set and performance of MySQL, making it more suitable for enterprise-level applications and uses. The MySQL certification tests,...

Introduction to Data Compression, Third Edition (Morgan Kaufmann Series in Multimedia Information and Systems)


  • ISBN:
  • 012620862X
  • Authors:
  • Khalid Sayood

Each edition of Introduction to Data Compression has widely been considered the best introduction and reference text on the art and science of data compression, and the third edition continues in this tradition. Data compression techniques and technology are ever-evolving with new applications in image, speech, text, audio, and video. The third edition includes all the cutting edge updates the reader will need during the work day and in class....

Content Management Systems (Tools of the Trade)


  • ISBN:
  • 190415106X
  • Authors:
  • Dave Addey, James Ellis, Phil Suh, David Thiemecke

Content Management Systems (CMS) automate the process of creating, publishing, and updating web site content. They make maintaining and updating the content of a web site easier, giving the content contributors, not just the web team, the means with which to manage their own content. They are usually made up of a front-end editor for inputting content, a back-end system for storing the content, and a template mechanism to get the content onto...

Oracle Security


  • ISBN:
  • 1565924509
  • Authors:
  • William Heney, Marlene L. Theriault

Security in a relational database management system is complex, and too few DBAs, system administrators, managers, and developers understand how Oracle implements system and database security. This book gives you the guidance you need to protect your databases. Oracle security has many facets: Establishing an organization's security policy and planProtecting system files and passwordsControlling access to database objects (tables, views, rows,...

Cartilage Repair Strategies


  • ISBN:
  • 1588296296

Cartilage Repair Strategies is a comprehensive update of the present state of cartilage repair and regeneration. The information in this volume addresses what methods are effective, what methods are safe, and what methods will lead to an alteration in the short history of articular cartilage injury repair. Contributors present examinations of a variety of topics including the structure and function of articular cartilage, the evaluation of...

Transformation of Knowledge, Information and Data: Theory and Applications


  • ISBN:
  • 1591405270

Transformation of Knowledge, Information and Data: Theory and Applications considers transformations within the context of computing science and information science, as they are essential in changing organizations. This book not only considers transformations of structured models, rather, the transformation of instances (i.e. the actual contents of those structures) is addressed as well.

Video Data Management and Information Retrieval


  • ISBN:
  • 1591405718

Video Data Management and Information Retrieval combines the two important areas of research within computer technology and presents them in comprehensive, easy to understand manner. This book is ideal for graduates and under-graduates, as well as researchers working in either video data management or information retrieval. This book takes an in depth look at many relevant topics within both video data management and information retrieval. In...

Microsoft Access VBA Programming for the Absolute Beginner, Second Edition


  • ISBN:
  • 1592007236
  • Authors:
  • Michael Vine

If you are new to programming with Microsoft Access VBA and are looking for a solid introduction, this is the book for you. Developed by computer science professors, books in the for the absolute beginner series teach the principles of programming through simple game creation. Covering Access 2003, "Microsoft Access VBA Programming for the Absolute Beginner" provides you with the skills that you need for more practical Access VBA programming...

Intelligent Databases: Technologies and Applications


  • ISBN:
  • 1599041200
  • Authors:
  • Zongmin Ma

With advances and in-depth applications of computer technologies, and the extensive applications of Web technology in various areas, databases have become the repositories of large volumes of data. It is very critical to manage data resources for effective problem solving and decision making. Collecting and presenting the latest research and development results from the leading researchers in the field of intelligent databases, Intelligent...

50 Fast Dreamweaver MX Techniques


  • ISBN:
  • 0764538942
  • Authors:
  • Janine Warner, Yanier Gonzalez, Ivonne Berkowitz

* Includes techniques for building rollovers, embedding Flash movies, creating dynamic tables, adding cool animations, and much more. * Features 50 fast and easy, but powerful, effects that creative professionals and amateurs alike can achieve almost instantly. * Each technique is fully-illustrated with "before" and "after" shots, and carefully described in step-by-step detail. * The CD-ROM includes work files and finished effects from the book.

Adobe Acrobat 6 PDF Bible


  • ISBN:
  • 0764540475
  • Authors:
  • Ted Padova

* One of the most authoritative and comprehensive books on Adobe's Acrobat and PDF (Portable Document Format) by the leading Acrobat guru, enhanced and expanded to cover the latest release of Acrobat * Features complete coverage of using Acrobat and PDF for print prepress, the Internet, CD-ROMs, and all the new media * Packed with real-world insights and techniques gained from the author's daily use of Acrobat and PDF under deadline situations *...

Special Edition Using FileMaker 8


  • ISBN:
  • 0789735121
  • Authors:
  • Scott Love, Steve Lane

If you’re looking for the inside scoop on the latest version of FileMaker, you’ve come to the right place. Authors Scott Love and Steve Lane are FileMaker experts who were involved in the development of FileMaker 8, and they bring that knowledge to you in Special Edition Using FileMaker 8 . Frequent tips, case studies, and thorough examples show you how to avoid mistakes and save time in developing databases with FileMaker 8. This is the...

Oracle PL/SQL Language Pocket Reference, Second Edition


  • ISBN:
  • 0596004729
  • Authors:
  • Steven Feuerstein, Bill Pribyl, Chip Dawes

The new edition of this must-have pocket guide boils down the most vital information from Oracle PL/SQL Programming , the bestseller that many consider "the Bible" for PL/SQL development. Indispensable for new and seasoned Oracle database developers alike, this pocket guide summarizes features available in Oracle's powerful new product-- Oracle9i --and provides essential information on PL/SQL block structure, fundamental language elements,...

Beautiful Data: The Stories Behind Elegant Data Solutions


  • ISBN:
  • 0596157118
  • Authors:
  • Toby Segaran, Jeff Hammerbacher, Segaran Toby, Hammerbacher Jeff

In this insightful book, you'll learn from the best data practitioners in the field just how wide-ranging -- and beautiful -- working with data can be. Join 39 contributors as they explain how they developed simple and elegant solutions on projects ranging from the Mars lander to a Radiohead video. With Beautiful Data , you will: Explore the opportunities and challenges involved in working with the vast number of datasets made available by the...

Microsoft® SQL Server(TM) 2005 Reporting Services Step by Step (Step by Step (Microsoft))


  • ISBN:
  • 0735622507
  • Authors:
  • Stacia Misner, Hitachi Consulting

Your hands-on guide to learning Microsoft SQL Server Reporting Services, Microsoft’s customizable reporting solution for business data analysis. Reporting Services is a powerful tool for business intelligence, so an understanding of the essentials—how to architect a report, as well as how to install and program Reporting Services—is key to harnessing the full benefits of SQL Server. This step-by-step tutorial shows you how to get started,...

Access 2007 Bible


  • ISBN:
  • 0470046732
  • Authors:
  • Michael R. Groh, Joseph C. Stockman, Gavin Powell, Cary N. Prague, Michael R. Irwin, Jennifer Reardon

"I recommend this book for anyone who wants a strong foundation in Access." —Jeff Lenamon, CIBC World Markets Updated edition with exciting new Access 2007 features! Harness the power of Access 2007 with the expert guidance in this comprehensive reference. Beginners will appreciate the thorough attention to database fundamentals and terminology. Experienced users can jump right into Access 2007 enhancements like the all-new user interface and...

Genealogy Online For Dummies (For Dummies (Sports & Hobbies))


  • ISBN:
  • 0470240571
  • Authors:
  • Matthew L. Helm, April Leigh Helm

Researching your genealogy online is like being a kid in a candy store. So many neat things catch your eye that it’s difficult to decide which one to try. That’s where Genealogy Online For Dummies, 5th Edition comes in. This completely practical handbook helps you become a smart, discriminating researcher from the moment you start your investigation. Unlike other genealogy books, this easy-to-use guide does more than show you how to access...

Beginning Database Design Solutions (Wrox Programmer to Programmer)


  • ISBN:
  • 0470385499
  • Authors:
  • Rod Stephens

This book is intended for IT professionals and students who want to learn how to design, analyze, and understand databases. The material will benefit those who want a better high-level understanding of databases such as proposal managers, architects, project managers, and even customers. The material will also benefit those who will actually design, build, and work with databases such as database designers, database administrators, and...

Hitchhiker's Guide to Visual Studio and SQL Server: Best Practice Architectures and Examples, 7th Edition (Microsoft Windows Server System Series)


  • ISBN:
  • 0321243625
  • Authors:
  • William R. Vaughn, Peter Blackburn

Since 1994 when he wrote his first “Hitchhiker’s Guide”, William Vaughn has been providing developers all over the world the intimate details of how SQL Server can be accessed and managed from RAD languages like Visual Basic and Visual Basic .NET. With the 7th Edition, Bill has completely rewritten this encyclopedic work from cover to cover–giving readers his insightful views on how applications should be built to maximize both developer...

Readings in Database Systems, 4th Edition


  • ISBN:
  • 0262693143

Lessons from database research have been applied in academic fields ranging from bioinformatics to next-generation Internet architecture and in industrial uses including Web-based e-commerce and search engines. The core ideas in the field have become increasingly influential. This text provides both students and professionals with a grounding in database research and a technical context for understanding recent innovations in the field. The...

Semistructured Database Design (Web Information Systems Engineering and Internet Technologies Book Series)


  • ISBN:
  • 0387235671
  • Authors:
  • Tok W. Ling, Mong L. Lee, Gillian Dobbie

Semistructured Database Design provides an essential reference for anyone interested in the effective management of semsistructured data. Since many new and advanced web applications consume a huge amount of such data, there is a growing need to properly design efficient databases. This volume responds to that need by describing a semantically rich data model for semistructured data, called Object-Relationship-Attribute model for...

Professional SQL Server 2005 Performance Tuning (Programmer to Programmer)


  • ISBN:
  • 0470176393
  • Authors:
  • Steven Wort, Christian Bolton, Justin Langford, Michael Cape, Joshua J. Jin, Douglas Hinson, Haidong Ji, Paul A. Mestemaker, Arindam Sen

Written by a team of expert SQL users, this comprehensive resource approaches performance tuning from a new perspective by showing you a methodical scientific approach to diagnose performance problems. The book first walks you through how to discover bottlenecks when something is wrong and you’ll then learn how to identify and remove the problems that are causing poor performance. You’ll discover preventive measures you can take to try to...