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by Tim DiChiara, Senior Site Editor
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I recently read an excellent article over at DevX, which made the startling claim that Java Data Objects (JDO) are "the best thing since the database industry standardized on SQL about 25 years ago."
According to the author, before JDO, database programming was "stuck in the '80s," with only cumbersome SQL to work with. Developers tried many times to solve the impedance mismatch between the application code (objects) and the data store code (tables, rows, columns, and SQL) but never succeeded until JDO.
There's only one thing holding JDO back from taking over the world: the relational database vendors themselves. The DBMS vendors "are not endorsing the open standard yet because it removes the vendor lock-in they have enjoyed and nurtured for the past 20 years."
What do you think? Is JDO the answer to all your database development problems? Relational evangelists like Chris Date and his sycophants would undoubtedly disagree. Does SQL suffice for all your needs now? Do you think the superiority of .NET makes the debate irrelevant? We will cover JDO more on SearchDatabase.com -- and lobby for JDO adoption on your behalf to the vendors -- if you deem it worthwhile. Email me at [EMAIL PROTECTED] and let me know!
(On a related note, our extensive Java coverage is now split between Oracle-specific tips, news, and advice on SearchOracle.com and general Java and DB2-related information on SearchDatabase.com.)
Till next time, Tim DiChiara, Editor
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Summertime database hits
by Tim DiChiara, Senior Site Editor
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Although it's the height of summer here in the northern hemisphere, data management still takes precedence over margaritas. We analyzed our stats and came up with a list of your favorite tips, advice, and news so far this summer. Enjoy!
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Featured Expert Mike Lampa, CEO, BAG, Inc.
Category: Database design
Mike is co-founder and CEO of BAG, a business intelligence consultancy. He has over 21 years experience in strategic planning, program management, and designing, building and supporting data warehouse and operational data store implementations. Intricately involved in the daily activities of BAG, Mr. Lampa can often be found building data and process models to aid in improved operations efficiency and decision support automation for clients.
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This Week: In the forums
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Difference between paging and swapping in Oracle?
Member "naveens32" is wondering what is the difference between paging and swapping in Oracle. Go to our "Oracle Administration" forum if you can help. |
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Problem with the outer join
Member "smahamkl" is looking for suggestions about how to optimize the performance of a SQL query with a few left outer joins? Go to our "SQL Server Tech Forum" if you can help. |
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Generating a SQL Server population routine
Many data models work very well with a handful of rows but fail miserably when the application grows. This is why it is important to populate your data model with data and stress test it prior to making it available for users. Here's how in SQL Server. |
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