From the publisher

Most Java database books are long on theory but short on practical examples, full of JDBC but failing to show how Java can be applied to specific database situations. Visual Developer SQL Database Programming with Java is the shining exception: a hands-on, practical book that includes specific guidance for using Java and SQL with popular databases, such as Microsoft Access. And unlike other books that focus exclusively on JDBC and system programming, Visual Developer SQL Database Programming with Java shows how to craft SQL and JDBC database applications—appealing to a much wider market than other books. Provides practical instruction in creating database applications with Java, SQL, and JDBC. Shows how to design and build Internet-capable client/server systems. Includes thorough coverage of SQL, with key points illustrated by helpful diagrams. Explains how to use Java and SQL with popular database management systems, such as Microsoft Access. Demonstrates how to handle tricky issues such as views, multiuser access, database security, and database integrity. Teaches how to use Java's JDBC classes and the JDBC-ODBC bridge. Complete Java programs that use SQL tools and resources for Web database developers Questions and programming exercises to help readers check their progress Shareware and freeware Java and SQL development tools.