Databases make these folks happy ...

• DBMS implementers (???)

• End users and DBMS vendors

• DB application programmers

  • E.g. smart webmasters

• Database administrator (DBA)

  • Designs logical /physical schemas
  • Handles security and authorization
  • Data availability, crash recovery
  • Database tuning as needs evolve

Must understand how a DBMS works!

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