Scenario:
As a business student, it is crucial to understand the role of relational databases in managing data effectively for businesses. In this assignment, we will explore how a department store can utilize a relational database to enhance its operations.
Tasks:
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Entity Identification and Relationships:
a. Imagine a department store and identify the main entities involved in its operations (e.g., customers, products, employees, departments).
b. Determine the relationships between these entities (e.g., a customer can make multiple purchases, an employee can work in one department).
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Entity-Relationship (ER) Diagram:
a. Create a simple diagram to represent the entities and their relationships within the department store.
b. Use basic shapes (e.g., rectangles, circles) to represent entities and lines to indicate relationships.
c. Label the entities and relationships clearly.
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Data Attributes:
a. Identify the specific information (attributes) that should be stored for each entity in the department store scenario.
b. List the attributes for each entity (e.g., customer: name, address, phone number).
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Real-Life Examples:
Find two real-life examples of department stores or retail chains that use relational databases to manage their operations effectively. Provide a brief description of each example and explain how the database helps the business in question.
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Reflection:
Write a brief reflection on what you have learned about relational databases and their relevance to department stores. Include any insights or challenges you encountered during this assignment.
Deliverables:
- A simple diagram representing the entities and relationships within a department store.
- A list of attributes for each entity in the department store scenario.
- Descriptions of two real-life examples of department stores or retail chains using relational databases.
- A reflection on what you have learned about relational databases in the context of department stores.