Dr_Germ
Posted Sat Apr 10 00:00:00 EDT 2010
This is truly a definitive boon on SQLite - it covers everything from the basics of the SQL query language to the C and Python API of SQLite itself. There are numerous examples, and the book is well written and comprehensive throughout. At the same time, the presentation is compact and to the point.
There are, however, some issues with usability of the book. The index is virtually useless as many important terms are not indexed at all. Many others are listed as sub-items to less-than-obvious primary terms.
The production quality of the hardcover leaves nothing to be desired. The paper feels solid and the binding is robust.
Overall, I would highly recommend the book for its complete coverage of all things SQLite, but caution that it may take a while to find what you're looking for.
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Traditional relational databases and embedded databases both have shortcomings that can leave a developer perplexed. So for many people, the solution resides in an open source embeddable database with an amazingly small footprint (less than 250 kilobytes). SQLite packs a powerful array of features and can handle databases as large as 2 terabytes. It offers a flexible set of datatypes and the ability to perform transactions, and it is supported by languages like C, PHP, Perl, and Python. And because SQLite's databases are completely file based, privileges are granted at the operating system level, allowing for easy and fast user management.
The Definitive Guide to SQLite is the first book to devote complete coverage to this powerful database. It offers you a thorough overview of SQLite capabilities and APIs, while remaining cognizant of newcomers who may be making their first foray into a database environment with SQLite. This book serves as both a first-time tutorial and future reference guide.
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