Publisher's Synopsis
This new edition covers the DB2 SQL Procedural language (PL) improvementsthat will be introduced as part DB2 8.2. In addition to updates in coverage forLinux, Unix and Windows, there is upside for those working on i-Series and z-Series, where SQL PL functionality did not reside prior to 8.1. In addition toimprovements, 8.2 introduces a method for resolving performance issues, i.e.how to monitor and identify bottlenecks and provide alternatives forresolution. This new book will cover ANY platform! This book teaches thereader how to setup the development environment and use all languageelements of SQL PL through concrete examples and thorough discussions ofXML, SQL procedures, stored procedures, and triggers. Also included areexpert tips and best-practices for achieving optimal performance and codemanageability. This book will be a valuable reference for SQL PL code syntaxand troubleshooting.
