Learn effective and scalable database design techniques in a SQL Server environment. Pro SQL Server 2012 Relational Database Design and Implementation covers everything from design logic that business users will understand, all the way to the physical implementation of design in a SQL Server database. Grounded in best practices and a solid understanding of the underlying theory, Louis Davidson shows how to “get it right†in SQL Server database design and lay a solid groundwork for the future use of valuable business data.
- Gives a solid foundation in best practices and relational theory
- Covers the latest implementation features in SQL Server
- Takes you from conceptual design to an effective, physical implementation
What you’ll learn
- How to develop conceptual models of client data using interviews and client documentation
- How to recognize and apply common database design patterns
- How to normalize data models to enhance scalability and the long term use of valuable data
- How to translate conceptual models into high–performing SQL Server databases
- How to secure and protect data integrity as part of meeting regulatory requirements
- How to create effective indexing to speed query performance