So, a friend of mine and I are tagging up to learn a little with php and mysql. Php is coming along swimmingly, but the mysql is a bit of a challenge right now. Part of what we're working on now is ...

Which makes for a better primary key: natural data points or meaningless values? Database developers have strong opinions on this facet of primary key design. This article settles the debate once and ...

When working on a multidimensional design, every fact table within scope should be handled with care. In an ideal world, each low-level fact table represents the metrics related to a business event.