Book Description

All-in-One is All You Need Get complete coverage of all three Microsoft Certified IT Professional database developer exams for SQL Server 2005 in this comprehensive volume. Written by a SQL Server expert and MCITP, this definitive exam guide features learning objectives at the beginning of each chapter, exam tips, practice questions, and in-depth explanations. Detailed and authoritative, the book serves as both a complete certification study guide and an essential on-the-job reference. Get full details on all exam topics including how to: Install and configure SQL Server 2005 Manage database design Use Transact-SQL and XML Work with functions, triggers, and CLR integration Optimize, monitor, and secure databases Create stored procedures Handle disaster recovery Work with Service Broker, Web Services, and MARS Use SQL Server Reporting Services and Notification Services Manage locks, deadlocks, and cursors Transfer data using Replication and SQL Server Integration Services The CD-ROM features: Six full practice exams-two for each exam: 70-431, 70-441, & 70-442 Scripts from the step-by-step exercises in the book Video training clips from the author Complete electronic book