Fundamentals Made Easy. Get Your MySQL Database Up and Running with Ease

Set up a MySQL database on Windows or Linux with help from this step-by-step beginner's guide. Learn to design and create a database with tables, load data into your tables, and generate basic and advanced reports. You'll also get details on how to administer, secure, and back up your database, and import data from other programs. Plus, learn to use PHP for dynamic web pages and MySQL web interfaces. Get started in no time with today's most popular open source database and take advantage of all the features MySQL database server has to offer.

Designed for Easy Learning: Modules--Each concept is divided into logically organized modules (chapters), ideal for self-paced learning Critical Skills--Each module opens with the specific skills covered in the module Mastery Checks--End-of-module reviews test knowledge using short-answer, multiple-choice, and fill-in-the-blank questions Ask the Experts--Q&A sections throughout are filled with bonus information and helpful tips Progress Checks--Quick self-assessment sections check your progress Projects--Practical exercises show how to apply the critical skills learned in each module

Dr. John W. Horn is a recognized MySQL lecturer and trainer with Interstate Software LLC. Michael Grey is an IT professional, trainer, and writer who provides courseware development for Interstate Software, LLC. Interstate Software is the only gold-level partner with MySQL AB, the commercial MySQL company founded by the creators of the MySQL database server. Interstate Software provides authorized MySQL training and consulting.