Introduction to Databases
• Basic Concepts and Applications
• Presented by: [Your Name]
What is a Database?
• • A collection of organized data
• • Used to store, manage, and retrieve
information
• • Examples: student records, inventory
systems
Importance of Databases
• • Enables quick data access
• • Reduces data redundancy
• • Enhances data security
• • Essential for modern applications
Types of Databases
• • Relational Databases (SQL)
• • NoSQL Databases (MongoDB, Firebase)
• • Cloud Databases (Amazon RDS, Google
Firestore)
• • In-Memory Databases (Redis)
Database Examples
• • MySQL
• • Oracle
• • Microsoft SQL Server
• • PostgreSQL
• • MongoDB
Database Terminology
• • Table
• • Record (Row)
• • Field (Column)
• • Primary Key
• • Foreign Key
Relational Databases
• • Data stored in tables
• • Structured Query Language (SQL) used
• • Relationships between tables
• • ACID properties
SQL Basics
• • SELECT – Read data
• • INSERT – Add data
• • UPDATE – Modify data
• • DELETE – Remove data
ER Diagrams (Entity Relationship)
• • Visual representation of database structure
• • Entities, attributes, and relationships
• • Helps in database design
Normalization
• • Organizing data to reduce redundancy
• • 1NF, 2NF, 3NF (Normal Forms)
• • Improves data integrity
Database Management System
(DBMS)
• • Software to manage databases
• • Examples: MySQL, Oracle DB, MS SQL Server
• • Provides security, backup, and data
manipulation
Client-Server Architecture
• • Client requests data
• • Server processes and returns it
• • Common in web-based systems
NoSQL Databases
• • Schema-less, flexible
• • Handles unstructured data
• • Examples: MongoDB, CouchDB, Cassandra
Cloud Databases
• • Hosted online (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• • Scalable and accessible from anywhere
• • Supports real-time updates
Database Security
• • User authentication and roles
• • Encryption
• • Backups and disaster recovery
Real-World Applications
• • E-commerce websites
• • Hospital patient records
• • Banking systems
• • University management systems
Advantages of Using Databases
• • Centralized data management
• • Improved data sharing
• • Data consistency and accuracy
Challenges in Database Systems
• • Security threats
• • Complex data modeling
• • Performance tuning
Future of Databases
• • AI integration
• • Graph databases (Neo4j)
• • Blockchain and immutable databases
Conclusion & Q&A
• • Databases are essential to modern life
• • Understanding basics is key for IT careers
• • Questions?