Learning Linux Shell Scripting - Second Edition

Introduction to database administration

Databases are used in computer programs to store information that will be needed repeatedly, such as user's information in bank accounts, where all the data related to bank users is stored in databases. In this chapter, you will be learning how to automate two very popular databases—MySQL and Oracle. Nowadays, many graphical user interface programs are available for database administration, but when we want to automate administrative tasks, we need to use shell scripts.