Learn how to deliver powerful database solutions using SQL Server 2000 Enterprise Edition—and prepare for the Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) exam—with this official Microsoft study guide. Work at your own pace through the lessons and hands-on exercises. And use the special exam-prep section and testing tool to measure what you know and where to focus your studies—before taking the actual exam. As you build the real-world expertise for designing data-driven business solutions, you’re also preparing for MCP Exam 70-229—a core exam for MCDBA certification and a key elective on the MCSE, MCAD, and MCSD tracks.Build the skills to:Develop a logical data modelCreate databases—files, objects, space management, and growth strategyUse Transact-SQL and Data Transformation Services (DTS) to manipulate data; extract data in XML formatProgram business logic using stored procedures, transactions, triggers, user-defined functions, and viewsOptimize database performance by using SQL Profiler and the Index Tuning Wizard * Design a security plan—data access, object-level security, and application rolesReady for the exam? Take practice tests on the CD.Your kit includes:Comprehensive self-paced study guide that maps to MCP exam goals and objectivesNEW—Test-readiness tool that generates timed, 50-question practice exams with automated scoringNEW—More than 200 pages of exam prep and objective-by-objective reviewLearn-by-doing exercises for skills you can apply to the job120-day evaluation version of SQL Server 2000 Enterprise EditionFully searchable eBookA Note Regarding the CD or DVDThe print version of this book ships with a CD or DVD. For those customers purchasing one of the digital formats in which this book is available, we are pleased to offer the CD/DVD content as a free download via O'Reilly Media's Digital Distribution services. To download this content, please visit O'Reilly's web site, search for the title of this book to find its catalog page, and click on the link below the cover image (Examples, Companion Content, or Practice Files). Note that while we provide as much of the media content as we are able via free download, we are sometimes limited by licensing restrictions. Please direct any questions or concerns to booktech@oreilly.com. Read Less