SQL Server® 2008 Administration: Real World Skills for MCITP Certification and Beyond
by Tom Carpenter
Chapter Essentials
Relational Database Theory Tables are the building blocks of relational databases. The tables may be related to each other in one of several relationship types, including one-to-one, one-to-many, and many-to-many. Primary and foreign keys are usually used to establish relationships.
Database Design Processes Several database design processes exist. The SDLC and DBLC models are popular. The BUM model is used at The Systems Education Company. You may decide to develop your own model as well. The key is to have a model that can be matured (changed and corrected over time as needs change) as you employ it during different projects.
Business: Purpose and Requirements Defining the purpose for your database helps you to maintain focus ...
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