Databases Illuminated, 3rd Edition

Table of Contents

Preface

Acknowledgments

1.  Introductory Database Concepts

Chapter Objectives

1.1      Uses of Databases

1.2      A Sample Database

1.3      The Integrated Database Environment

1.4      Roles in the Integrated Database Environment

1.5      Advantages of the Integrated Database Approach

1.6      Historical Developments in Information Systems

1.6.1      Big Data

1.7      Chapter Summary

Exercises

2.  Database Planning and Database Architecture

Chapter Objectives

2.1      Data as a Resource

2.2      Characteristics of Data

2.2.1      Data and Information

2.2.2      Levels of Discussing Data

2.2.3      Data Sublanguages

2.3      Stages in Database Design

2.4      Design Tools

2.4.1      Data Dictionary

2.4.2      Project Management ...