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Normalization and Relational Design in Data Modeling

Database modeling requires following some important rules. This course will teach you how to leverage the rules of normal form to create effective data models and databases.

Beginner
1h 4m

Created by Chris Behrens

Last Updated Nov 07, 2025

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Normalization and Relational Design in Data Modeling

Database modeling requires following some important rules. This course will teach you how to leverage the rules of normal form to create effective data models and databases.

Beginner
1h 4m

Created by Chris Behrens

Last Updated Nov 07, 2025

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What you'll learn

Database modeling requires following some important rules to create models that are consistent, effective, and well-performing.

In this course, Normalization and Relational Design in Data Modeling, you’ll gain the ability to leverage these rules and practices to model your enterprise data effectively.

First, you’ll explore what problem normalization solves in data modeling.

Next, you’ll discover the different flavors of normal form.

Finally, you’ll learn how to choose your normal form effectively in the real world.

When you’re finished with this course, you’ll have the skills and knowledge of data modeling and normalization needed to work with your enterprise data effectively.

Normalization and Relational Design in Data Modeling
Beginner
1h 4m
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Chris Behrens
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Chris B. Behrens is a writer, speaker and software developer, specializing in DevOps. He has been a developer and architect for more than twenty years focusing on small to medium size companies and the development changes they face.

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