Database System Principles and Design

Author: Huang Yihong
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Publish Date: 2005-05-01
Features:
- Gradual Progression: The content of each chapter is arranged based on the characteristics of databases, progressing from simple to complex.
- Illustrations and Diagrams: The book guides readers through learning with visual aids, enhancing learning efficiency.
- Common Case Studies: The book includes everyday examples to help readers understand database applications.
- Comprehensive Database Theory: Covers both introductory and advanced database concepts.
- Engaging Exercises: The book provides a variety of exercises to help readers review key points and reinforce learning.
Databases include hierarchical, network, and relational databases, with relational databases being the most widely used and easiest to work with. This book focuses primarily on relational databases, introducing various design theories and practical applications of relational databases, the differences between object-oriented databases and traditional databases, as well as the application areas of object-oriented databases.
The book is divided into four parts: Database Theory, Database Technology and Applications, Database Management, and Database Trends. It includes examples with detailed design processes and operational instructions. This book is suitable for students majoring in information-related fields, especially those focusing on databases and programming. Students from other disciplines may selectively read the relevant sections.