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This best-selling text introduces the theory behind databases in a concise yet comprehensive manner, providing database design methodology that can be used by both technical and non-technical readers. The methodology for relational Database Management Systems is presented in simple, step-by-step instructions in conjunction with a realistic worked example using three explicit phases—conceptual, logical, and physical database design.
The Fifth Edition brings Web and legal issues to the fore in two new chapters, Database Architectures and the Web and Professional, Legal, and Ethical Issues. Students are exposed not only to the foundational theory of databases but also to the most recent developments in the field.
This book is ideal for a one- or two-term course in database management or database design in an undergraduate or graduate level course. With comprehensive coverage, this book can also be used as a reference for IT professionals.
The Fifth Edition brings Web and legal issues to the fore in two new chapters, Database Architectures and the Web and Professional, Legal, and Ethical Issues. Students are exposed not only to the foundational theory of databases but also to the most recent developments in the field.
This book is ideal for a one- or two-term course in database management or database design in an undergraduate or graduate level course. With comprehensive coverage, this book can also be used as a reference for IT professionals.
About the Author
Thomas M. Connolly is the head of the Computing and Information Systems division at the University of Paisley.
Carolyn E. Begg is a lecturer at the University of Paisley, with research interests in Information Systems, Database Management Systems, and Decision Support Systems within medicine.
Carolyn E. Begg is a lecturer at the University of Paisley, with research interests in Information Systems, Database Management Systems, and Decision Support Systems within medicine.
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Connolly & Begg's "Database Systems..." is quite simply the definitive text for anyone undertaking the academic study of database design and maintenance. If you're designing, using and maintaining databases on a day-to-day basis and need a reference, this is probably not the bok for you. However, if you're a student of database design, it is indispensable. Among other things, it's the standard undergraduate text.
The important thing to remember is that it's a serious academic text, not a dip-in-and-out reference. It's the very best at what it does, but won't be suitable for everyone.
The important thing to remember is that it's a serious academic text, not a dip-in-and-out reference. It's the very best at what it does, but won't be suitable for everyone.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
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I am currently doing my Honours year in Web Development at UWS Paisley (Scotland).
Last year I borrowed the 4th edition of this book from the University Library to help with a Database Development module I had within my degree course. I found the book such an invaluable reference and learning book last year, that I decided to buy my own copy of the book this year (5th Edition).
I am now doing a Database Applications module this year and the book is a superb help.
I am very fortunate to have had one of the Author's - Mrs Carolyn Begg as my lecturer in Databases for the past 2 years.
Carolyn is an absolute authority on the subject, if she doesn't know about it in the field of databases then it's probably not worth knowing!
She is also one of the most pleasant, unassuming, witty and interested lecturers I personally have ever had the good fortune to have teach me. (I am now 48 years of age!)
I love this book and I am sure it will serve me long term, many years after leaving University.
I may even get her to sign my copy purely for posterity!
Go buy it now if you have a need to learn about databases.
StevieB
Last year I borrowed the 4th edition of this book from the University Library to help with a Database Development module I had within my degree course. I found the book such an invaluable reference and learning book last year, that I decided to buy my own copy of the book this year (5th Edition).
I am now doing a Database Applications module this year and the book is a superb help.
I am very fortunate to have had one of the Author's - Mrs Carolyn Begg as my lecturer in Databases for the past 2 years.
Carolyn is an absolute authority on the subject, if she doesn't know about it in the field of databases then it's probably not worth knowing!
She is also one of the most pleasant, unassuming, witty and interested lecturers I personally have ever had the good fortune to have teach me. (I am now 48 years of age!)
I love this book and I am sure it will serve me long term, many years after leaving University.
I may even get her to sign my copy purely for posterity!
Go buy it now if you have a need to learn about databases.
StevieB
5 of 11 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
the book itself is comprehensive, covering DBMS history, theory, SQL and relational algebra, moving on to XML databases etc. but is absolutely useless as a self learning tool.
Although interspersed with questions and "review points", there are no answers. the publisher refuses to make them available to anyone other than teachers at schools, so anyone thinking of using this to improve themselves is out of luck and Pearson couldn't care less.
my advice: if you want a general book on the topic find something lighter (this book is 3.5 inches/5cm thick). If you want something to allow you to learn the topics yourself, pick something else. and if your course/college/school uses this text book, point out to them that it's really a poor choice for any student who wants to take accountability for their own learning.
avoid.
Although interspersed with questions and "review points", there are no answers. the publisher refuses to make them available to anyone other than teachers at schools, so anyone thinking of using this to improve themselves is out of luck and Pearson couldn't care less.
my advice: if you want a general book on the topic find something lighter (this book is 3.5 inches/5cm thick). If you want something to allow you to learn the topics yourself, pick something else. and if your course/college/school uses this text book, point out to them that it's really a poor choice for any student who wants to take accountability for their own learning.
avoid.
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