"Datenbanktypen" refers to different types of databases that can be classified based on their structure, functionality, and intended use. The most common types of databases include relational databases, document-oriented databases, object-oriented databases, hierarchical databases, and graph databases.
Typical functions of software in the "database types" domain include:
Data modeling: The ability to design and model database structures that conform to the requirements of the respective database type.
Data querying: The capability to execute queries to retrieve, filter, and manipulate data from the database.
Data management: Managing database objects such as tables, indexes, constraints, and relationships.
Transaction processing: Supporting transactions to ensure data consistency and integrity, including support for ACID properties (Atomicity, Consistency, Isolation, Durability).
Security: Implementing security mechanisms such as access control, encryption, and authentication to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of data.
Scalability and performance: Optimizing the database software for efficient processing of large volumes of data and supporting a large number of users.
Data integration: The ability to integrate and combine data from various sources to provide a holistic view of the data.