Publisher's Synopsis
*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 DB2s 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/390 covers 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 IBMs overall data management strategy. Understand DB2 for OS/390s 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/390 presents 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 youre a developer, administrator, manager, student, or end user, if youre new to DB2 for OS/390, this is the book to start with. And if youve worked with DB2 for OS/390 before, you can benefit from having this book as a quick reference on a variety of DB2 topics.
