Conceptual Database Design: ERD Basics
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What does an Entity-Relationship Diagram (ERD) primarily focus on?

  • How data will be stored
  • The relationships between data and what data needs to be stored (correct)
  • The performance of database queries
  • The technology used for database management
  • A primary key can have duplicate values within an entity.

    False

    What symbol is used to represent a weak entity in an ERD?

    double rectangle

    In an ERD, the __________ represents the properties that describe an entity.

    <p>attributes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following terms with their definitions:

    <p>Entities = Real-world objects or concepts that store data Primary Key (PK) = Unique identifier for each instance of an entity Cardinality = Number of occurrences associated between entities Relationships = Connections that define how entities are related</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which step is NOT part of the normalization process?

    <p>Defining foreign keys</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The physical database design stage is focused on translating the logical database design into a physical schema that includes performance and storage considerations.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of defining indexes in a database?

    <p>To improve query performance by speeding up data retrieval.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When designing a database, foreign keys are used to maintain _________ integrity between tables.

    <p>referential</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following concepts to their descriptions:

    <p>Normalization = Organizing data into tables without redundancy Primary Key = A unique identifier for a table entry Foreign Key = A field that links to a primary key in another table Database Management System (DBMS) = Software for managing databases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Conceptual Database Design

    • ERD is a high-level representation of data and its relationships.
    • Entity-Relationship Diagrams (ERD) visually represent the data for easy understanding.
    • Conceptual Model is independent of any database management system (DBMS) or technology and focuses on WHAT data needs to be stored rather than HOW it will be stored.

    Key Concepts in ERD

    • Entities represent real-world objects or concepts that store data and are often represented as rectangles.
    • Attributes describe an entity and are often represented as ovals.
    • Primary Key (PK) uniquely identifies each instance of an entity and is underlined in ERD.
    • Relationships define how entities are related to each other. Types:
      • One-to-one (1:1)
      • One-to-many (1:N)
      • Many-to-many (M:N)
    • Cardinality defines the number of occurrences in one entity that are associated with occurrences in another entity.
    • Weak Entities cannot be uniquely identified by their attributes and depend on another entity. They are represented by a double rectangle.
    • Example ERD Components
      • Entities: Student, Course, Instructor
      • Relationships: Enrollment (many-to-many), Teaches (one-to-many)
      • Attributes: StudentID, Name, CourseID, Credits, etc.

    Logical Database Design

    • Translates the conceptual model into a logical model that can be implemented in a DBMS.
    • Uses the rules of the specific data model, commonly the relational model.
    • Normalization ensures data integrity and avoids redundancy by organizing data into tables following normal forms (1NF, 2NF, 3NF).
    • Mapping Entities to Tables converts entities into tables and defines primary keys.
    • Define Relationships as Foreign Keys translates relationships from the ERD into foreign keys to maintain referential integrity between tables.
    • Specify Attributes and Data Types identifies data types and constraints (e.g., integer, varchar, NOT NULL, UNIQUE). This stage is closer to how data will be stored in a relational database but still DBMS-independent.

    Physical Database Design

    • Translates the logical database design into a physical schema considering performance, storage, and specific DBMS optimizations.
    • Map Tables to the DBMS - Creates tables in the chosen DBMS (e.g., MySQL, Oracle, SQL Server) using SQL syntax.
    • Define Indexes improve query performance by adding indexes to frequently queried columns (e.g., primary keys, foreign keys).
    • Partitioning and Clustering optimize performance by partitioning large tables and clustering data to minimize disk I/O.
    • Storage and Security determines storage settings (e.g., file locations, space allocation) and applies security measures like user permissions and encryption.
    • Performance Tuning optimizes queries, indexes, and resource usage based on the anticipated workload.
    • By the end of the physical design, the database is fully implemented and ready for testing and use.

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    This quiz covers key concepts in conceptual database design and Entity-Relationship Diagrams (ERD). Test your understanding of entities, attributes, relationships, and cardinality. Perfect for beginners looking to grasp the fundamentals of database modeling.

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