DB2 Universal Database for Os/390 An Introduction to DB2 for Os/390 Version 7

Specially designed for new users Up-to-date information for Version 7 of DB2 for OS/390 Written and reviewed at the IBM lab where DB2 for OS/390 is developed Foreword by DB2 for OS/390 Architect Roger Miller DB2 for OS/390: concepts, architecture, and fundamental skills Practical application coverage includes Web and distributed environments Day-to-day administration and performance optimization Spurred by DB2's powerful capabilities and performance, thousands of new users are working with DB2 on OS/390 mainframes for the first time. Now, IBM delivers an authoritative guide to DB2 in OS/390 environments for every new and prospective user.An Introduction to DB2 for OS/390covers all you need to know, from relational database and SQL fundamentals to design, development, deployment, administration, and optimization. Start with an overview of the DB2 for OS/390 applications and key components and how DB2 for OS/390 fits into IBM's overall data management strategy. Understand DB2 for OS/390's fundamental concepts and architecture, including databases, tables, and SQL. Next, master key skills for effective development, including object and relationship design, coding techniques, and transforming designs into effective applications. An Introduction to DB2 for OS/390presents extensive coverage of day-to-day database administration and performance optimization tasks in mainframe environments, as well as advanced techniques for using DB2 for OS/390 in distributed and Web-centered environments. Coverage includes: Current features and capabilities Key DB2 for OS/390 tools for rapid deployment, easy administration, and enhanced performance Guidance on data modeling for relational databases Information about advanced topics such as data sharing References to even more detailed information on every key topic Whether you're a developer, administrator, manager, student, or end user, if you're new to DB2 for OS/390, this is the book to start with. And if you've worked with DB2 for OS/390 before, you can benefit from having this book as a quick reference on a variety of DB2 topics.Sloan, Susan is the author of 'DB2 Universal Database for Os/390 An Introduction to DB2 for Os/390 Version 7' with ISBN 9780130198488 and ISBN 013019848X.