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m1k3m41
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Posted - 2013-03-10 : 22:00:14
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Is there a free program or IDE where I can test SQL commands to become better at it? I want a program where I can make my own tables, then run queries on them to practice SQL. Does something like this exist or is there another way? Right now I'm practicing by using Putty to connect to a UNIX server at my school which has SQL but it's not optimal because I have to run everything through the cmd line. Thanks guys. |
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James K
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m1k3m41
Starting Member
9 Posts |
Posted - 2013-03-10 : 22:23:24
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Thank you. Would I have to generate my own tables or is there a database already pre-made in there where I can just run queries on? If there isn't, can i download one somewhere? |
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m1k3m41
Starting Member
9 Posts |
Posted - 2013-03-10 : 23:14:41
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Actually I just downloaded it and this looks very complicated, how do I import data into this? |
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bandi
Master Smack Fu Yak Hacker
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m1k3m41
Starting Member
9 Posts |
Posted - 2013-03-11 : 00:55:12
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yea i figured it out and got 2 databases to practice on now. thank you. i wish the sql server program wasn't so big though lol, it took like 30 mins to install... so many files. i was hoping to find something more lightweight cuz i'm using a laptop but this will do for now |
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bandi
Master Smack Fu Yak Hacker
2242 Posts |
Posted - 2013-03-11 : 02:20:56
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Welcome..Let us know once if you face any difficulties during practice. Any one in the forum may help you--Chandu |
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jackv
Master Smack Fu Yak Hacker
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Posted - 2013-03-11 : 12:08:19
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Once you've got t-sql going well , learn to use Execution Plans and some relational theory. These will help you in years to comeJack Vamvas--------------------http://www.sqlserver-dba.com |
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