Introduction to SQL provides step-by-step instructions with plenty of graphics and examples to help students grasp the material and gain the skills needed for database-related employment. Students have access to a full human resources database that can be downloaded from the author's website. This database is referenced throughout the examples and end of chapter exercises to give readers hands on experience as they work through the content.

The foundation of the text is a result of the author's own work experience and the desire to make the material easy to comprehend. With the help of student Peter Ereshena, who provided valuable feedback and assisted with editing, the author has created material that students will find easy to read and understand.