Relational Databases:Design,Implementation,and Application Development

In today's information age, databases have become primary tools for information organization and retrieval. Almost every organization, whether small or large, is dependent on use of databases. Among various types of databases, relational databases dominate because of their simplicity and ease of use. A relational database management system (RDBMS) is a tool used to manage a relational database. This book uses Microsoft Access 2010, a mid-range RDBMS, to teach the fundamentals of relational databases design, development, maintenance, and application development. The book has been written in simple language and focused and succinct manner. The book uses a visual approach avoiding lengthy text. This approach allows readers to efficiently utilize their reading time and master the material provided in minimum possible time. The readers will learn to create and link various database elements such as forms, queries, reports, and macros. This book is useful for undergrad and graduate students, professionals, and anyone looking to gain a solid foundation to continue their learning of relational databases.