Information Modeling and Relational Databases, 3rd Edition

1 Introduction

Abstract

This book provides a modern introduction to database systems, with the emphasis on information modeling. At its heart is a very high-level semantic approach that is fact-oriented in nature. This chapter provides an overview of information modeling and modeling approaches, discussing some historical background and the relevant skills required.

Keywords

Information; Modeling approaches; Fact-orientation; ORM; ER; UML

Chapter Outline

• 1.1 Information Modeling
• 1.2 Information Modeling Approaches
• 1.3 Historical Background
• 1.4 The Relevant Skills
• 1.5 Summary

1.1 Information Modeling

Information adds meaning to data. It’s an unfortunate fact of life that names and numbers are sometimes misinterpreted. This can prove costly, ...