Practical Introduction to Databases: A Concise Guide

Practical Introduction to Databases: A Concise Guide is a textbook that covers the fundamental principles and concepts of databases, with a focus on big data and modern database technologies. The book is written in a clear and concise style, and it is designed to be accessible to students and professionals with a variety of backgrounds, including computer science, information technology, and business.

The book begins with an overview of the field of databases and its importance in the modern world. It then discusses the basic principles of database design and implementation.

The book then applies these principles to a variety of specific database technologies, including:

Relational databases
NoSQL databases
Big data technologies

The book also includes a number of chapters on more advanced topics, such as:

Database administration
Database performance
Database security