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PROC SQL: Beyond the Basics Using SAS

About the Book

book cover PROC SQL: Beyond the Basics Using SAS
By: Kirk Lafler
ISBN: 978-1-59047-534-8
Pages: 384


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This is a book for intermediate and advanced SAS users who want clearly written plain-English explanations, examples, and techniques on the SQL procedure, all organized in a helpful and logical way. It is organized so users can get faster, easier, and better results with the SQL procedure without spending substantial amounts of time reading paragraph after paragraph of text. This book is the perfect companion for SAS and SQL users who want step-by-step instructions and example code to enhance their SQL prowess. It's the next best thing to having an expert by your side 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Topics addressed in this book include

  • Designing Database Tables
  • Working with Data in SQL
  • Formatting Output
  • Coding SQL Logic
  • Creating, Populating, and Deleting Tables
  • Modifying and Updating Tables and Indexes
  • Performing Complex Queries
  • Working with Views
  • Troubleshooting and Debugging Techniques
  • Tuning for Performance and Efficiency

About the Author

author photo Kirk Paul Lafler, consultant and founder of Software Intelligence Corporation, has been a SAS user since 1979. Kirk received his Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degrees from the University of Miami. As a SAS Certified Professional, Kirk provides IT consulting services and training to SAS users around the world. He is the author of several other books, including Power AOL and Power SAS, and more than 100 peer-reviewed technical articles. Kirk also writes the popular SAS tips column, "Kirk's Korner, " that appears regularly in several SAS Users Group newsletters. He is a frequent speaker at SAS Users Group meetings.

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Podcast
  • Kirk speaks with Shelly Goodin at the 2008 SAS Global Forum