Concepts of Database Management

by Philip J. Pratt, Joseph J. Adamski

CONCEPTS OF DATABASE MANAGEMENT fits perfectly into any introductory database course for information systems, business or CIS programs. This concise text teaches SQL in a database-neutral environment with all major topics being covered, including E-R diagrams, normalization, and database design. Now in its seventh edition, CONCEPTS OF DATABASE MANAGEMENT prepares students for success in their field using real-world cases addressing current issues such as database design, data integrity, concurrent updates, and data security. Special features include detailed coverage of the relational model (including QBE and SQL), normalization and views, database design, database administration and management, and more. Advanced topics covered include distributed databases, data warehouses, stored procedures, triggers, data macros, and Web databases.

Genres: Technology, Textbooks

400 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1994

Reviews

[Chris Patterson · Rating 4 out of 5]

I go back to this book over and over for help with mapping databases and structures. In the past I would simply sit down and build a database from scratch without mapping it first. Planning makes things a lot easier.

[Heather Gray · Rating 3 out of 5]

Good textbook for my Database Design class

[Brian Garber · Rating 3 out of 5]

Helpful overview of database management.

[Nancy · Rating 3 out of 5]

If your learing about Databasing, this book is a nice one to read.

[Bill · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great!