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P A R T 1 SQL Processing With SAS

Chapter 1: Performing Queries Using PROC SQL

 PROC SQL Basics

 Writing a PROC SQL Step
 Selecting Columns
 Specifying the Table
 Specifying Subsetting Criteria
 Ordering Rows
 Querying Multiple Tables
 Summarizing Groups of Data
 Creating Output Tables
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Chapter 2: Performing Advanced Queries Using PROC SQL

 Viewing SELECT Statement Syntax

 Displaying All Columns
 Limiting the Number of Rows Displayed
 Eliminating Duplicate Rows from Output
 Subsetting Rows by Using Conditional Operators
 Subsetting Rows by Using Calculated Values
 Enhancing Query Output
 Summarizing and Grouping Data
 Subsetting Data by Using Subqueries
 Subsetting Data by Using Noncorrelated Subqueries
 Subsetting Data by Using Correlated Subqueries

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Chapter 3: Combining Tables Horizontally Using PROC SQL

 Understanding Joins
 Generating a Cartesian Product
 Using Inner Joins
 Using Outer Joins
 Creating an Inner Join with Outer Join-Style Syntax
 Comparing SQL Joins and DATA Step Match-Merges
 Using In-Line Views
 Joining Multiple Tables and Views
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Chapter 4: Combining Tables Vertically Using PROC SQL

 Understanding Set Operations

 Using the EXCEPT Set Operator
 Using the INTERSECT Set Operator
 Using the UNION Set Operator
 Using the OUTER UNION Set Operator
 Comparing Outer Unions and Other SAS Techniques
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Chapter 5: Creating and Managing Tables Using PROC SQL

 Understanding Methods of Creating Tables

 Creating an Empty Table by Defining Columns
 Displaying the Structure of a Table
 Creating an Empty Table That Is Like Another Table
 Creating a Table from a Query Result
 Inserting Rows of Data into a Table
 Creating a Table That Has Integrity Constraints
 Handling Errors in Row Insertions
 Displaying Integrity Constraints for a Table
 Updating Values in Existing Table Rows
 Deleting Rows in a Table
 Altering Columns in a Table
 Dropping Tables
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Chapter 6: Creating and Managing Indexes Using PROC SQL

 Understanding Indexes
 Deciding Whether to Create an Index
 Creating an Index
 Displaying Index Specifications
 Managing Index Usage
 Dropping Indexes
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Chapter 7: Creating and Managing Views Using PROC SQ

 Creating and Using PROC SQL View

 Displaying the Definition for a PROC SQL View
 Managing PROC SQL Views
 Updating PROC SQL Views
 Dropping PROC SQL Views
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Chapter 8: Managing Processing Using PROC SQL

 Specifying SQL Options

 Controlling Execution
 Controlling Output
 Testing and Evaluating Performance
 Resetting Options
 Using Dictionary Table
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P A R T 2 SAS Macro Language

Chapter 9: Introducing Macro Variables

 Basic Concepts
 Using Automatic Macro Variables
 Using User-Defined Macro Variables
 Processing Macro Variables
 Displaying Macro Variable Values in the SAS Log
 Using Macro Functions to Mask Special Characters
 Using Macro Functions to Manipulate Character Strings
 Using SAS Functions with Macro Variables
 Combining Macro Variable References with Text
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Chapter 10: Processing Macro Variables at Execution Time

 Creating a Macro Variable During DATA Step Execution

 Creating Multiple Macro Variables During DATA Step Execution
 Referencing Macro Variables Indirectly
 Obtaining Macro Variable Values During DATA Step Execution
 Creating Macro Variables During PROC SQL Step Execution
 Working with PROC SQL Views
 Using Macro Variables in SCL Programs
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Chapter 11: Creating and Using Macro Programs

 Basic Concepts
 Developing and Debugging Macros
 Using Macro Parameters
 Understanding Symbol Tables
 Processing Statements Conditionally
 Processing Statements Iteratively
 Using Arithmetic and Logical Expressions
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Chapter 12: Storing Macro Programs

 Understanding Session-Compiled Macros

 Storing Macro Definitions in External Files
 Storing Macro Definitions in Catalog SOURCE Entries
 Using the Autocall Facility
 Using Stored Compiled Macros
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