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History of DBMS

Manual storage methods were used before computers to store data in journals, libraries, and filing cabinets. The 1960s saw the development of early navigational databases like IBM's IMS. E.F. Codd introduced the relational database model in 1970, emphasizing relationships between data records. Standardization and commercialization occurred in the 1980s as SQL became the standard language. NoSQL databases emerged in the 2000s to handle unstructured data and large datasets more efficiently. Database management has continuously evolved, driven by new technologies, data needs, and the goal of more intelligent data solutions.

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History of DBMS

Manual storage methods were used before computers to store data in journals, libraries, and filing cabinets. The 1960s saw the development of early navigational databases like IBM's IMS. E.F. Codd introduced the relational database model in 1970, emphasizing relationships between data records. Standardization and commercialization occurred in the 1980s as SQL became the standard language. NoSQL databases emerged in the 2000s to handle unstructured data and large datasets more efficiently. Database management has continuously evolved, driven by new technologies, data needs, and the goal of more intelligent data solutions.

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HISTORY OF DATABASE

Saurav Kumar Mahato


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The history of databases is a fascinating journey that spans from manual data storage methods to
the advanced, intelligent databases of today. Let's delve into the evolution of databases based on
the provided text.

1. Manual Storage (Pre-Computer Era):


- Before computers, data was stored manually in journals, libraries, and filing cabinets, leading
to space issues and difficulty in retrieval.
- Computers entered the scene in the early 1960s, initiating the era of computerized databases.

2. Navigational Databases (1960s):


- Charles Bachman designed the Integrated Data Store, and IBM developed the Information
Management System (IMS), both representing navigational databases.
- These databases required users to navigate through the entire structure to find information.
- The hierarchical model by IBM and the network model introduced at CODASYL were
prominent.

3. Relational Databases (1970s):


- E. F. Codd's 1970 paper introduced the relational database model, emphasizing relationships
between data records.
- INGRES, a relational database, was created at the University of California, Berkeley.
- IBM released System R, the first to use Structured Query Language (SQL).

4. Standardization and Commercialization (1980s):


- Relational databases gained popularity, with SQL becoming the standard language.
- Object-oriented database management systems (OODBMS) emerged, treating data as objects.

5. Rise of the World Wide Web (1990s):


- The growth of the World Wide Web increased the demand for client-server database systems.
- MySQL, an open-source relational database management system, was created in 1995.
- Object-oriented database systems continued to gain popularity.

6. NoSQL and Big Data Era (2000s):


- The term NoSQL was coined in 1998, representing databases using query languages other
than SQL.
- NoSQL databases became popular in the 2000s for handling unstructured data and large
datasets.
7. Data Awareness and Distributed Databases (2010s):
- Increased data awareness, the rise of big data, and emphasis on data protection.
- Distributed databases became popular, storing data across multiple locations.
- Legislation like GDPR highlighted the importance of data protection.

8. Database Management Systems (DBMS):


- DBMS allows organizing, storing, and retrieving data from computers.
- Early methods like punch cards evolved into more sophisticated DBMS.
- Charles W. Bachman designed the first DBMS in 1960 (Integrated Database System).
- The CODASYL approach and the development of COBOL for standardization in the 1970s.
- Edgar Codd's relational model and the emergence of SQL in the mid-1970s.
- The evolution of MySQL in 1995, becoming a widely used RDBMS.

9. Evolution of Database Technologies:


- Introduction of column stores, key-value stores, and NoSQL databases for specific use cases.
- Document store databases (e.g., MongoDB) for managing semi-structured data.
- Graph databases for applications like social networks (e.g., Neo4j).
- Polyglot persistence advocating the use of different technologies for diverse problems.
- Intelligent databases managing information with high-level tools and AI techniques.

The history of databases reflects a continuous evolution driven by technological advancements,


changing data needs, and the quest for more efficient and intelligent data management solutions.

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