Databases power many of the systems people use every day; from websites and business applications to financial systems, cloud platforms, and enterprise software. But learning databases often means encountering an unfamiliar vocabulary of technical terms.A Dictionary of Common Database Terms provides a practical, beginner-friendly reference to 150 essential database terms and concepts used in modern information technology.Written for students, beginners, aspiring IT professionals, career changers, and working technology professionals, this concise dictionary explains important terminology in clear language without sacrificing technical accuracy.Readers will explore terminology related to: Database fundamentals and database management systemsSQL statements, queries, and data manipulationTables, rows, columns, schemas, and relationshipsPrimary keys, foreign keys, constraints, and data integrityRelational databases and NoSQL databasesData modeling and entity relationship conceptsIndexes and query optimizationTransactions, ACID properties, and concurrencyNormalization and database designBackup, recovery, and replicationDatabase security and access controlData warehouses, OLAP, and OLTPMySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, SQLite, and other commonly encountered database technologiesMany entries also include practical examples and related-term references to help readers understand how database terminology appears in real technical environments.Whether you are preparing for an IT course, learning SQL, studying database fundamentals, preparing for technical interviews, or simply need a convenient reference at your desk, A Dictionary of Common Database Terms is designed to help you understand the vocabulary behind modern database systems.
