The Firebird Book Second Edition 2012 Pdf
Ted Brathwaite
The Firebird Book Second Edition: A Reference for Database Developers
The Firebird Book Second Edition (TFB2E) is a comprehensive guide to the open source Firebird relational database management system (RDBMS). It covers all the features and changes introduced in Firebird versions 2.0, 2.1 and 2.5, as well as the upcoming version 3.0. It is written by Helen Borrie, a Firebird expert and consultant, and published by IBPhoenix Publications.
The book is intended for developers who want to learn how to use Firebird effectively and efficiently in their applications. It covers topics such as database design, SQL, stored procedures, triggers, security, backup and restore, performance tuning, replication, migration and more. It also provides tips and best practices for working with Firebird in various environments and platforms.
The book is available in both electronic and print formats. The electronic format is a fully navigable PDF that can be downloaded immediately or obtained on the IBPhoenix Developer DVD. The print format is available as a print on demand service from Amazon. The book has 40 chapters, 14 appendices, a glossary and an index, totaling 1038 pages.
The book is based on the original edition of The Firebird Book, published in 2004, which covered Firebird version 1.5. The second edition has been updated and expanded to reflect the evolution of Firebird over the years. It also incorporates feedback and suggestions from readers and reviewers of the first edition.
The book is praised by many Firebird users and experts as a valuable and authoritative reference for Firebird. Some of the testimonials are:
- "The Firebird Book Second Edition is a must-have for anyone serious about Firebird." - Dmitry Yemanov, Chief Architect of Firebird Project
- "The Firebird Book Second Edition is the definitive guide to Firebird. It covers everything you need to know about Firebird in a clear and concise manner. It is a great resource for beginners and experts alike." - Carlos H. Cantu, Author of Migration Guide to Firebird 3 and 4
- "The Firebird Book Second Edition is the most comprehensive and up-to-date book on Firebird available today. It is written by one of the most knowledgeable and experienced Firebird consultants in the world. It is a must-read for anyone who wants to master Firebird." - Mark Rotteveel, Maintainer of Jaybird JDBC driver
If you are interested in learning more about Firebird or improving your skills with it, you can order your copy of The Firebird Book Second Edition from the following links:
- [IBPhoenix Developer DVD]
- [Amazon Print on Demand]