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A novel ER model to relational model transformation algorithm for semantically clear high quality database design

@article{Pieris2013ANE,
  title={A novel ER model to relational model transformation algorithm for semantically clear high quality database design},
  author={Dhammika Pieris},
  journal={ArXiv},
  year={2013},
  volume={abs/1306.6734}
}
  • D. Pieris
  • Published 28 June 2013
  • Computer Science
  • ArXiv
Conceptual modelling using the entity relationship (ER) model has been widely used for database design for a long period of time. However, studies indicate that creating a satisfactory relational model representation from an ER model is uncertain due to the insufficiencies both in the transformation methods used and in the relational model itself. In an effort to solve the issue the original ER notation has been modified, and accordingly, a new transformation algorithm has been developed. This… 
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Accordingly, we have already created a reverse transformation algorithm, and in the future we will present it as well
  • Accordingly, we have already created a reverse transformation algorithm, and in the future we will present it as well