Since 1994 when he wrote his first? Hitchhiker's Guide??, William Vaughn has been providing developers all over the world intimate details about how SQL Server can be accessed and managed from RAD languages like Visual Basic and Visual Basic. NET. ? That's what this book is all about? Making it easier for developers regardless of their know-how. Issue 7 is unique because it's designed? To provide tutorial not only up-to-date on the latest development tools provided by Visual Studio and SQL Server, but also a solid platform architecture advice and rich examples for developers trying to choose between a myriad of platform options. Beginners and experts together will find a comprehensive guide step-by-step that can make the reader? S introduction to the latest version of Visual Studio and SQL Server far easier. Key topic coverage includes: ? Mana whether this makes sense and what it costs to build and maintain? ? How does SQL Server work and why it is important that developers know? ? ? How to harness the potential of SQL Server CLR executables and knowing when this feature makes sense. Working with the new Visual Studio report controls to expose your organization? s data securely and easily with or without utilizing the existing SQL Server Reporting Services technology. William R. His works include articles for SQL Server Magazine and a bi-weekly editorial for Processor Magazine and books published by Microsoft Press and Apress. This book includes a DVD that contains many examples and some examples of databases are used to illustrate the points discussed in this book. confirmed readers will also have unrestricted access to books? s support website, www.hitchhikerguides.net, where additional examples, online forums, and other additional materials available. www.awprofessional.com / msserverseries www.hitchhikerguides.net www.betav.com / blog / billva www.betav.com