Week 11: Learning Through Oral Recitation
After taking a break for Holy Week, we came back to our research project feeling refreshed and ready to continue. This week, we had an important face-to-face oral recitation with Sir Earl, where we discussed what we learned from Modules 7, 8, and 9.
We started with Entity Relationship Diagrams (ERDs). These are like maps that show how data is connected in a database, what kinds of information we’re storing, and how they relate to each other. Understanding ERDs helps us design better systems.
Then, we talked about Database Normalization. This is a method used to organize data in a way that avoids duplication and makes everything more efficient. By following certain steps (called normal forms), we make sure each piece of information is stored only once and in the right place. This helps keep the database clean, easy to update, and less likely to have errors.
Lastly, we looked at the Data Dictionary, which is like a guidebook for the database. It explains what each piece of data means, its type, and how it fits into the system. This is helpful for both developers and users.
The recitation with Sir Earl was challenging, but it helped us understand these topics better. It also showed us where we need to keep improving. We’re now more prepared and excited to apply what we’ve learned to improve our project.