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The emergence of ______ databases arose from the need to handle large volumes of unstructured data.
The emergence of ______ databases arose from the need to handle large volumes of unstructured data.
NoSQL
Codd's 12 Rules are fundamental principles that help define what a ______ should be.
Codd's 12 Rules are fundamental principles that help define what a ______ should be.
relational database
______ is the language used to manage and manipulate relational databases.
______ is the language used to manage and manipulate relational databases.
SQL
The ______ architecture refers to a system where database functions are separated from the client application.
The ______ architecture refers to a system where database functions are separated from the client application.
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The ______ model, which was formalized by the CODASYL standard, allowed for complex relationships between records.
The ______ model, which was formalized by the CODASYL standard, allowed for complex relationships between records.
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During the mainframe era, IBM's IMS exemplified the ______ database model.
During the mainframe era, IBM's IMS exemplified the ______ database model.
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Edgar Codd is best known for his contributions to ______ technology as he developed the relational model.
Edgar Codd is best known for his contributions to ______ technology as he developed the relational model.
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Early database systems were limited to predictable CRUD operations, making complex ______ queries challenging.
Early database systems were limited to predictable CRUD operations, making complex ______ queries challenging.
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In relational databases, operations such as joins and projections always return ______.
In relational databases, operations such as joins and projections always return ______.
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The relational model introduced by Codd includes rules that ensure data is stored in a ______.
The relational model introduced by Codd includes rules that ensure data is stored in a ______.
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A unique key value must identify a row in a table, and all columns in that row are dependent on that ______.
A unique key value must identify a row in a table, and all columns in that row are dependent on that ______.
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Codd’s third normal form states that all non-key attributes must be dependent on ‘the ______, the whole key, and nothing but the key’.
Codd’s third normal form states that all non-key attributes must be dependent on ‘the ______, the whole key, and nothing but the key’.
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Initial reactions to the relational model were ______, with companies like IBM showing skepticism.
Initial reactions to the relational model were ______, with companies like IBM showing skepticism.
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IBM's prototype relational database, developed in 1974, was called ______.
IBM's prototype relational database, developed in 1974, was called ______.
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Mike Stonebraker developed a relational database system called ______, which used a non-SQL query language.
Mike Stonebraker developed a relational database system called ______, which used a non-SQL query language.
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Codd's claims about the flaws of existing databases led to the development of what are now known as ______.
Codd's claims about the flaws of existing databases led to the development of what are now known as ______.
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Codd's relational model focuses on how data should be presented to the user rather than how it should be stored on ______.
Codd's relational model focuses on how data should be presented to the user rather than how it should be stored on ______.
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The foundational paper outlining Codd's ideas on databases was titled “A Relational Model of Data for Large Shared Data ______.
The foundational paper outlining Codd's ideas on databases was titled “A Relational Model of Data for Large Shared Data ______.
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In relational theory, a ______ corresponds to a row in a database system.
In relational theory, a ______ corresponds to a row in a database system.
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A collection of distinct tuples in relational databases corresponds to a ______.
A collection of distinct tuples in relational databases corresponds to a ______.
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Codd had significant reservations about existing databases, particularly their lack of a theoretical ______.
Codd had significant reservations about existing databases, particularly their lack of a theoretical ______.
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Existing databases could only be accessed by individuals with specialized programming ______.
Existing databases could only be accessed by individuals with specialized programming ______.
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Codd's thoughts on databases were influenced by his mathematical background, which encouraged him to approach ______ as formal structures.
Codd's thoughts on databases were influenced by his mathematical background, which encouraged him to approach ______ as formal structures.
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Codd's work highlighted the need for separating the logical and physical ______ of databases.
Codd's work highlighted the need for separating the logical and physical ______ of databases.
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Study Notes
Edgar Codd's Contributions to Database Design
- Codd had deep reservations about the usability and design of existing databases, highlighting their reliance on specialized programming skills for access.
- He believed existing databases lacked a theoretical foundation, viewing them as arbitrary representations that lacked logical consistency.
- Codd's background in mathematics encouraged a formal approach to data management, leading him to criticize the mixing of logical and physical data implementations.
- He emphasized the need for a database model that a non-technical user could comprehend.
Development of the Relational Model
- Codd published influential work at IBM, culminating in his seminal 1970 paper “A Relational Model of Data for Large Shared Data Banks.”
- The relational model defined the organization of data presentation to users independently from how data is stored.
- Key concepts of relational theory include tuples as unordered sets of attribute values and relations corresponding to tables of distinct tuples.
Characteristics of Database Management Systems (DBMS)
- A DBMS abstracts database handling from applications, minimizing programmer efforts and ensuring data integrity while optimizing performance.
- Early database systems enforced a schema with fixed access paths for record navigation, limiting data retrieval flexibility.
Early Database Systems Era
- First-generation databases operated primarily on IBM’s mainframe systems during the late 1960s and early 1970s.
- Two major competing models were the Network Model, formalized by CODASYL and prevalent in databases like IDMS, and the simpler Hierarchical Model represented by IBM's IMS.
- These models dominated mainframe computing but exhibited notable inflexibility and limitations in handling data structures or complex analytic queries.
Challenges Faced by Early Database Systems
- Navigational databases made it difficult to implement complex queries beyond anticipated initial designs and to add new data elements.
- Strong emphasis on basic CRUD (Create, Read, Update, Delete) operations hampered the development of sophisticated analytic capabilities, leading to coding backlogs and repetitive work amongst programmers.
The Second Database Revolution and Codd's Influence
- Codd’s educational background included a mathematics degree from Oxford, and he worked with IBM, contributing to early commercial computers.
- He was pivotal in developing relational theory constraints, determining database consistency and relationships while introducing operations like joins and unions.
- Codd established that each row in a table must be accessible by a unique key, with all column data dependent on that key; nested arrays were not supported.
Normal Forms in Relational Theory
- Relational model conformance levels are articulated through normal forms; third normal form is the most recognized.
- "All non-key attributes must depend on the key, the whole key, and nothing but the key—So Help Me Codd!" encapsulates this principle.
Initial Reception and Adoption of Relational Databases
- The initial response to Codd's relational model was cautious; many vendors doubted its superiority and performance compared to traditional systems.
- Despite skepticism, IBM initiated the development of System R in 1974, which validated the relational database concept and introduced SQL.
- Concurrently, Mike Stonebraker developed the INGRES relational database system, which utilized the alternative query language QUEL.
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This quiz explores the key insights of Edgar Codd regarding database design. It highlights the challenges of existing databases in terms of usability and theoretical foundations. Dive into Codd's perspective to understand the evolution of database systems.
