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Introduction to Databases

  • Definition and purpose of a database
  • Database types: relational, hierarchical, and NoSQL
  • Scenarios where databases are most beneficial

Database Management Systems (DBMS)

  • Architectural overview of a DBMS
  • Key systems such as SQL Server, MySQL, PostgreSQL, and Oracle
  • Core responsibilities of a DBMS

Data Modeling and Design

  • Entities, attributes, and relationships
  • Creating Entity-Relationship (ER) diagrams
  • Translating models into table structures

Relational Model and Normalization

  • Structure of tables, rows, and columns
  • Primary and foreign keys
  • Normalization levels (1NF, 2NF, 3NF) and denormalization

Basic SQL for Data Access

  • Commands for SELECT, INSERT, UPDATE, and DELETE
  • Filtering, sorting, and joining tables
  • Use of aggregate functions and subqueries

Database Security and User Management

  • Managing user roles and permissions
  • Authentication mechanisms and access control
  • Protecting data during transit and while stored

Backup, Recovery, and Maintenance Basics

  • Developing data backup strategies
  • Considerations for disaster recovery
  • Routine maintenance and system monitoring

Summary and Next Steps

Requirements

  • Familiarity with general IT concepts
  • Proficiency in using computers and navigating file systems
  • Basic understanding of data and file organization

Target Audience

  • IT systems support staff
  • Database administrators
  • Developers or analysts moving into data-centric roles
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