The Official Introduction to DB2(R) for z/OS(R): Covers DB2(R) Universal Database for z/OS(R) Version 8 (2nd Edition)
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| Rating | : | 4.14 (979 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0131477501 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 528 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2016-05-23 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
From basic relational database concepts to advanced topics such as data sharing, you'll find crystal-clear explanations and real-world insights, straight from the IBM lab where DB2 UDB for z/OS is developed. Coverage includes: DB2 UDB for z/OS and the DB2 family: overview and usage scenarios Data and system structures, business rules, transactions, packages, and moreDB2 UDB for z/OS: architecture, facilities, and the z/OS Security ServerIntroduction to logical and physical database design Defining tables, table spaces, indexes, views, large objects, business rules, and moreWorking with SQL, the language of DB2Writing DB2 application programsPerformance: caching, compression, locking/concurrency, and query optimizationDay-to-day administration, including backup and recoveryWeb-based applications with DB2, WebSphere(R), and z/OSDistributing and sharing data for maximum flexib
J. Wankowski said The Official Introduction to DB"The Official Introduction to DB2 for z/OS" according to J. Wankowski. This book is a good primer for anyone who is just beginning to work with DB2 for z/OS. It covers all the basic concepts well, however if you are looking for a detailed reference book, this is too basic.. for z/OS. This book is a good primer for anyone who is just beginning to work with DB"The Official Introduction to DB2 for z/OS" according to J. Wankowski. This book is a good primer for anyone who is just beginning to work with DB2 for z/OS. It covers all the basic concepts well, however if you are looking for a detailed reference book, this is too basic.. for z/OS. It covers all the basic concepts well, however if you are looking for a detailed reference book, this is too basic.. "Superb" according to Leon P. Stevens. The book was in excellent condition, arrived in a very timely manner, and it was hard-bound, not soft-bound, a definite bounty.. A great introduction This book is a great introduction to a very complex product and subject. There is so much more to learn about DB2 on the z/OS platform, but this book does a fine job of getting you started.
Introductory book for the DB2 mainframe audience, parallels Baklarz audience (ISBN 0130463612). The book explains basic relational database concepts, the basics of the structured query language (SQL), and gives a solid overview of the various user tasks that are associated with this product. The book serves a dual purpose: it gives new and prospective users a solid introduction to key product features and it covers material contained in the DB2 Family Fundamental exam, the first exam in the DB2 certification series. The Official Introduction to DB2 UDB for z/OS provides a comprehensive overview of Version 8 of the DB2 UDB for z/OS product. Well-written (The Society of Technical Communication recognized the first edition of this book with a Merit award in the Northern California Technical Communication Competition.) Most current coverage of Version 8 of DB2 UDB for z/OS, the single largest release of this product since its inception in 1983-- Includes 8.2. It also introduces new users to some of the more complex capabilities of DB2, such as, DB2 in the Web environment, distributed data, and data sharing. It includes int
. SUSAN GRAZIANO SLOAN is an Advisory Software Engineer at IBM Silicon Valley Laboratory, San Jose, CA, where DB2 UDB for z/OS is developed. She has been team lead of the DB2 UDB for z/OS writing team since 2001, when she co-authored An Introduction to DB2 for OS/390, which earned a Merit Award in the Society for Technical C