Database Design Fundamentals
A Step-by-Step Guide to Structuring Reliable and Scalable Relational Databases
Master relational database design from requirements analysis to scalable implementation. Learn normalization, ERDs, indexing, and security through practical examples and real-world case studies.
About This Book
Quick Overview
Master relational database design from requirements analysis to scalable implementation. Learn normalization, ERDs, indexing, and security through practical examples and real-world case studies.
Key Topics Covered
- Requirements analysis
- relational model theory
- data types and constraints
- database normalization
- Entity-Relationship Diagrams
- table design
- relationship modeling
- indexing strategies
- performance optimization
- security implementation
- access control
- scalability planning
- hierarchical data structures
- temporal data handling
- case study analysis
- SQL schema creation
Who Should Read This Book
Software developers, database administrators, data analysts, computer science students, system architects, backend developers, data engineers, IT professionals transitioning to database roles
Prerequisites
Basic understanding of databases, familiarity with SQL syntax, fundamental programming concepts, basic data structure knowledge
Table of Contents
About This Publication
Database Design Fundamentals provides a comprehensive, practical approach to mastering relational database design from initial requirements through enterprise-scale implementation. This book transforms theoretical concepts into actionable skills through systematic methodology, real-world examples, and hands-on exercises. Readers will master the complete database design lifecycle, beginning with requirements analysis and progressing through data modeling, normalization, relationship design, and performance optimization. The book emphasizes practical application through detailed case studies spanning multiple industries, from e-commerce platforms to healthcare systems. Advanced chapters address critical enterprise concerns including security implementation, access control, scalability planning, and performance tuning through strategic indexing. The comprehensive appendices provide immediate practical value with SQL scripts, normalization exercises, interview preparation materials, and professional tool recommendations. This systematic approach ensures readers develop both foundational expertise and advanced implementation skills necessary for designing databases that support current requirements while accommodating future growth and changing business needs.
Book Details
- Format
- File Size
- 2.0 MB
- Chapters
- 11
- Code Examples
- 99
- Exercises
- 99
- Difficulty Level
- beginner
- Reading Time
- 26-30
Special Features
• Progressive learning structure building from fundamentals to advanced concepts • Real-world case studies from multiple industries and scaling scenarios • Hands-on exercises with complete SQL scripts and solutions • Comprehensive normalization examples with step-by-step walkthroughs • Professional Entity-Relationship Diagram creation techniques • Performance optimization strategies for enterprise environments • Security implementation guidelines and best practices • Ready-to-use SQL scripts for immediate practical application • Interview preparation materials with common database design questions • Tool recommendations and setup guides for professional database design • Extensive glossary of database terminology and concepts • Practical appendices serving as ongoing reference resources
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