Section 1: Intro to Database SQL and MySQL Keyterms Flashcards
Introduction to Databases SQL and MySQL
1
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SQL Definition
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Structured Query Language
2
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SQL programming purpose
A
A programming language specifically designed for working with databases.
3
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3 functions of SQL
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- Create
- Manipulate
- Share
Data form relational database Management Systems
4
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What is a Query
A
A piece of code inducing the computer to execute a certain operation that will deliver a desired output
5
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What is SQL and what does it do
A
- A programming language specifically designed for working with databases.
- Allow you to write queries that the computer can execute and then provide databases insights in return.
6
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Record
A
A row in an SQL table
7
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A field
A
A column in a table containing specific information about every record in the table
8
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STD
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Stored Tabular Data
When data is stored in rows and communs
9
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Entity
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The smallest unit that can contain a meaningful set of data
10
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2 types of Entities
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- Vertical entity: Information along the Y-axis
2. Horizontal entity: (Entity instance) Information along the X-Axis