Information Systems vs. Information Technology (IS vs. IT)
January 21, 2025
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(22 reviews)
Recommended experience
Beginner level
Familiarity with navigating in Windows.
(22 reviews)
Recommended experience
Beginner level
Familiarity with navigating in Windows.
Recognize the role of MySQL in an information system.
Describe the features of MySQL.
Create and populate a MySQL database.
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In this project you will explore how MySQL fits into information systems. You will become familiar with MySQL features as you explore database management system options and participate in hands-on exercises using MySQL Workbench to create and populate a table in a MySQL relational database.
Note: This course works best for learners who are based in the North America region. We’re currently working on providing the same experience in other regions.
In a video that plays in a split-screen with your work area, your instructor will walk you through these steps:
Review the purpose and function of MySQL as its role in an information system is examined.
Examine the features of MySQL as compared to other popular relational database management systems.
Launch MySQL Workbench and become familiar with the user interface as you practice starting and stopping the database server.
Use MySQL Workbench to create a database with a table containing multiple fields/columns and a designated primary key.
Use MySQL Workbench to add rows of data to a MySQL database table using a built-in GUI and using SQL code.
Familiarity with navigating in Windows.
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Reviewed on Nov 11, 2021
A little too fast on the keystroking. Where is part 2, on queries. Overall an excellent class, clear and to the point.
Reviewed on Jul 9, 2023
The only thing I would change is maybe just allowing students to write down the links provided and they can research those on their own. Other than that, a good start for SQL.
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