This chapter provides information about how to use the SQL statements, SPL statements, and syntax segments that subsequent chapters of this book discuss. The chapter is organized into the following sections.
| Section | Scope |
|---|---|
| How to Enter SQL Statements | How to use syntax diagrams and descriptions to enter SQL statements correctly |
| How to Enter SQL Comments | How to enter comments in SQL statements |
| Categories of SQL Statements | The SQL statements, listed by functional category |
| ANSI/ISO Compliance and Extensions | The SQL statements, listed by degree of ANSI/ISO compliance |