A concise introduction to the fundamentals of working with MySQL. MySQL is an open-source relational database management system that is rapidly growing in popularity. Known for its speed, reliability, and ease of use, MySQL has proven itself to be particularly well suited both for beginners and for experienced developers to create sophisticated database-backed Web sites and applications. MySQL Tutorial is a clear, concise introduction to the fundamental concepts and techniques of working with MySQL. It teaches the beginning MySQL user how to create and administer powerful databases that can be used at home, at work, and on the Web. Whether you are a novice to databases or a technical professional looking to find out more about how MySQL works, MySQL Tutorial efficiently guides you through the information you need in order to get started with MySQL and quickly become proficient.
this "tutorial"/propaganda pamphlet is useful for those who want to know the idiosyncracies of MySql (as compared to MS Sequel Server or other similar applications). it is about the worst thing one can read to learn relational database concepts, sql coding or just about anything else -- you'd need a more detailed manual to learn anything from the ground up.
assumes knowledge of command line sql and DOS.
a real page-turner with a shocking and unpredictable conclusion! (no spoilers here, though)