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This lecture was delivered by Dr. Tariq Mahmood at Quaid-i-Azam University for Introduction to Database System. It includes: Database, Systems, Application, Development, Process, Design, Application, Programs, Implementation, DB
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Lecture 7 (28-02-12)
Spring 12
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A DB Design is a model of a particular real-world system
It provides a picture of reality
Should be simple and self- explanatory
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Design Stages
Analyze User Environment Develop Conceptual Model Map Conceptual Model to Logical Choose DBMS Develop Physical Design Implement System Test System Operational Maintenance docsity.com
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Process of creating a logical
representation of the structure of the database
The most important task in
database development
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A database must mirror the real world. Only then can it answer questions about the real world! The emphasis of data modeling is on representing reality
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Created using a data model
Data Model: is a set of tools or constructs that is used to construct a database design
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Structures
Manipulation language
Integrity constraints
Beep beep, caution
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Semantic: Entity-Relationship, Object-Oriented
Record based: Hierarchical, Network, Relational
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Conceptual: using SDM
Logical: using DM of tool
Physical: using the DBMS
Lecture 8 (01-03-12)
Spring 12
Department of Computer Science