SQL Tutorial
SQL is a standard language for storing, manipulating and retrieving data in databases.
Our SQL tutorial will teach you how to use SQL in: MySQL, SQL Server, MS Access, Oracle, Sybase, Informix, Postgres, and other database systems.
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SQL Exercises
SQL Examples
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SQL References
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SQL Data Types
Data types and ranges for Microsoft Access, MySQL and SQL Server.