5 Questions
Which student has the highest GPA?
Lewis, John C.
What major is associated with the ID 548429344?
PRM
Which student's ID contains the digit sequence '917'?
Baker, Kenneth D.
How many students have a GPA of 2.9?
2
What is the definition of 'Data' as given?
Facts concerning objects and events stored on computer media
Study Notes
Introduction to Database
- A database is a shared collection of logically related data and its metadata, designed to meet the information needs of an organization.
Data
- Data refers to facts concerning objects and events that could be recorded and stored on computer media.
- Data helps users understand the information.
Database Example
- A database can store data in a table format, such as the example shown in Figure 1-1a.
- The table contains data about students, including their name, ID, major, and GPA.
- Each row in the table represents a single student, with columns representing different attributes of that student.
- The table contains data for five students: Baker, Doyle, Finkle, Lewis, and McFerran, with their respective IDs, majors, and GPAs.
Learn about the basics of database management, including data definition, database systems, and database applications. Understand the concepts of data and metadata in an organizational context.
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