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Introduction to Database Concepts
This free online Introduction to Database Concepts course will teach you the process of storing, managing, and retrieving information in a database. A database is an organized collection of data in rows and columns, typically stored in tables. These tables are then stored on database servers that host the database files. With this course, you will learn how databases can provide high-level performance for a diverse set of users.
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Introduction to Database Concepts
Learn the core concepts of relational databases for storing data with this free online Database Concepts course.
This free online Introduction to Database Concepts course will teach you the process of storing, managing, and retrieving information in a database. A database is an organized collection of data in rows and columns, typically stored in tables. These tables are then stored on database servers that host the database files. With this course, you will learn how databases can provide high-level performance for a diverse set of users.
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Core Database Concepts
Learn more about the fundamental concepts of database. You will be introduced to databases, SQL, DBMS and RDMS. You will also learn about SSQL Server Management Studio and how GUI can be used to manage an SQL Server, its databases, and the content contained within the databases.
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Creating Databases and Database Objects
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