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SQL Tutorial - Understand the Database Schema

SQL Tutorial • 27-May-2023
by Dragos Pruteanu
Understanding the fundamental components of a database is essential for effective data management. This comprehensive tutorial explores the concepts of database schema, tables, columns, indexes, and foreign keys. By the end, you will have a solid understanding of these concepts and their importance in designing and managing a database.

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Visual Design & Modeling
Visual Design & Schema Layout

➤ Create and manage your database schema visually through a user-friendly graphical interface.

➤ Easily arrange tables, columns, and foreign keys to simplify complex database structures, ensuring clarity and accessibility.

GIT & Collaboration
Version Control & Collaboration

➤ Manage schema changes through version control with built-in Git integration, ensuring every update is tracked and backed up.

➤ Collaborate efficiently with your team to maintain data integrity and streamline your workflow for accurate, consistent results.

Data Explorer & Query Builder
Relational Data & Query Builder

➤ Seamlessly navigate and visually explore your database, inspecting tables and their relationships.

➤ Build complex SQL queries using an intuitive drag-and-drop interface, providing instant results for quick, actionable insights.

Interactive Documentation & Reporting
HTML5 Documentation & Reporting

➤ Generate HTML5 documentation that provides an interactive view of your database schema.

➤ Include comments for columns, use tags for better organization, and create visually reports.