Refactoring Databases: Evolutionary Database Design (Addison-Wesley Signature Series (Fowler))

Scott W. Ambler Refactoring Databases: Evolutionary Database Design Reviews Summary

Ratings Breakdown

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Rated 3.8 by 74 people

Pros from Reviews

  • Thorough catalog of refactorings
  • Good learning tool for new developers
  • Useful for larger projects
  • Covers common design techniques
  • Emphasizes iterative approach
  • Automated regression testing
  • Configuration control of schema objects
  • Easy availability of personalized application database environments

Cons from Reviews

  • Poor editing and typesetting
  • Geared towards manual maintenance
  • Lack of information on practical tools
  • Thin discussion on tracking changes
  • Little coverage on building and maintaining test data sets
  • No discussion of refactoring across multiple schemas
  • Obvious and basic refactorings
  • Overpriced paperback

Notable Features

Evolutionary Design
Database Refactoring
Kindle Edition
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