Relational Database Theory is the first book in ten years to provide an up-to-date synthesis of important research developments in the relational database field. The authors, both internationally-known experts, provide a systematic review of the theories and research which have made relational databases an integral part of both the corporate and academic worlds. To make the book a valuable reference for both researchers and practitioners, they provide motivation for all rigorous theoretical proofs and discuss possible practical applications of the results. In addition, the book contains extensive relevant examples to illustrate the concepts. The book also offers a review of the current literature that is both encyclopedic and accessible.
Chapter 1. The Relational Model of Data
Chapter 2. Relational Query Languages
Chapter 3. Dependency Theory : Part 1
Chapter 4. Dependency Theory : Part 2
Chapter 5. The Theory of Normalization
Chapter 6. The Theory of Null Values
Chapter 7. The Weak Instance Approach
Chapter 8. Generalizing Relations
Chapter 9. Logic and Databases