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Database Design 101: Tables, Columns, and Data Types

In this video tutorial for beginners, you will learn about table columns and the most commonly used data types.

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Redgate Data Modeler presents part 2 of our Database Design 101 series that brings you easy-to-understand introduction to databases. This time we will focus on table columns and most commonly used data types.

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