SQL Tutorial

SQL - (pronounced "sequel")
SQL stands for Structured Query Language, and it is a very powerful and diverse language used to create and query databases. Its loose syntax makes it easy to learn, but mastering its intricate architecture may take a bit longer.

Arming yourself with a firm understanding of its structure and mechanics will allow you to build simple, dynamic applications for the web or to create robust applications using data and databases.

The loose structure and flexibility of this language make it an ideal candidate for the web, especially since there are more than a handful of database applications available for developers o use for free, such as Microsoft's SQL Server Express and MySQL.

SQL - Fundamentals
Some of the basic functions of SQL are inputting, modifying, and dropping data from databases. In this tutorial, we use command line examples to give you an idea of what SQL is capable of. Coupled with the use of web languages such as HTML and PHP, SQL becomes an even greater tool for building dynamic web applications.