Learn effective and scalable database design techniques in a SQL Server environment. Pro SQL Server 2012 Relational Database Design and Implementation covers everything from design logic that business users will understand, all the way to the physical implementation of design in a SQL Server database. Grounded in best practices and a solid understanding of the underlying theory, Louis Davidson shows how to get it right in SQL Server database design and lay a solid groundwork for the future use of valuable business data.
Gives a solid foundation in best practices and relational theory Covers the latest implementation features in SQL Server Takes you from conceptual design to an effective, physical implementation "
This is a very good book, that dives deep into the details of databases. Triggers, stored procedures, T-SQL etc. It is very good even for non-MSSQL users, because there are not more than 50 pages that are specific only for MSSQL. Of course T-SQL is used, but the knowledge is transferable.