Beginning Database Design Solutions 2nd Edition

Grab the confidence to design reliable, efficient databases with Beginning Database Design Solutions, 2nd Edition by Rod Stephens. This clear, approachable guide turns daunting theory into practical, repeatable steps so you can model, build, and maintain relational databases with real-world success.

Inside you’ll find concise explanations of core concepts — entity-relationship modeling, normalization, mapping ER diagrams to relational schemas, keys and indexes, and design strategies that preserve data integrity and support performance. Rod Stephens breaks complex topics into manageable lessons, illustrated with step-by-step examples and realistic scenarios that show how design decisions affect querying, reporting, and future growth.

Whether you’re a student, a developer moving from code to data, a business analyst, or a small-business owner designing an application, this book gives you the tools to avoid common pitfalls and build scalable solutions. Practical checklists and best-practice tips help you evaluate requirements, choose appropriate data types, and anticipate maintenance needs — all presented in a style that’s friendly to beginners but useful to experienced practitioners.

Optimized for readers across the United States, UK, Canada, Australia and beyond, this edition focuses on modern relational database fundamentals and prepares you to work confidently with SQL-based systems. Read it cover-to-cover or consult it as an on-the-job reference when a schema or normalization challenge arises.

If you’re ready to move from guesswork to disciplined design, Beginning Database Design Solutions, 2nd Edition is a pragmatic, readable roadmap. Pick up your copy today and start building databases that are clean, consistent, and built to last.

Note: eBooks do not include supplementary materials such as CDs, access codes, etc.