Introduction to Databases - James J. Townsend - 1992 - Paperback - Lloyd J. Short

Make database creation easy with Que's Introduction to Databases! This hands-on, common-sense guide teaches you the principles, methods, and good design fundamentals of building databases for any business, educational, or home task.
Beginning with the basics, this book introduces the working parts behind relational and flat-file database systems. You learn when and why to use databases to solve problems �and how to do it. The book coaches you through determining each database requirement and explains confusing database terms.
You move smoothly to planning and organizing your database. Real business examples help you apply what you've already learned to large projects �and develop sound database design techniques. You discover how to properly connect the building blocks of every database �including tables, fields, and the unwritten rules for naming them. The book also shows you how to design and create both single and multitable forms. A special chapter helps put your database through the paces so you can identify flaws in your design �and successfully remedy them. With this expert advice you make your databases more efficient and more reliable.
Your ready-resource to effective databases is all here �inside Introduction to Databases from Que!

Learn how to ...
� Analyze projects and determine requirements for database applications
� Properly build and design extensive databases
� Make your databases faster and more reliable
� Create tables and fields
� Sort, format, and write all types of data reports
� Add good menu structure to your databases
� Create a test plan and test your databases for problems
� Prepare instructions for others who use and maintain your database
� Learn the costs and benefits of Client/ Server database architecture