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Ace the 1Z0-051 SQL Fundamentals I exam and become a successful DBA by learning how SQL concepts work in the real world Successfully clear the first stepping stone towards attaining the Oracle Certified Associate Certification on Oracle Database 11g This book uses a real world example-driven approach that is easy to understand and makes engaging Complete coverage of the prescribed syllabus Learn from a range of self-test questions to fully equip you with the knowledge to pass this exam After reading this book, you can enter the exam room with confidence, knowing that you have done all you can to prepare for the big day In Detail The Oracle Database 11g: SQL Fundamentals I exam is the first stepping stone in getting the Oracle Certified Associate Certification for Oracle Database 11g. The SQL programming language is used in every major relational database today and understanding the real world application of it is the key to becoming a successful DBA. This book gives you: the essential real world skills to master relational data manipulation with Oracle SQL and prepares you to become an Oracle Certified Associate. Beginners are introduced to concepts in a logical manner while practitioners can use it as a reference to jump to relevant concepts directly. We begin with the essentials of why databases are important in today's information technology world and how they work. We continue by explaining the concepts of querying and modifying data in Oracle using a range of techniques, including data projection, selection, creation, joins, sub-queries and functions. Finally, we learn to create and manipulate database objects and to use them in the same way as today's expert SQL programmers. This book prepares you to master the fundamentals of the SQL programming language using an example-driven method that is easy to understand. This definitive certification gui