I think I would just stick with putting those columns on each table. Is there a specific problem you're trying to solve by abstracting them out to a separate table? Unless you're trying to remediate a specific issue, this seems like a solution in search of a problem.
> What would be the best/fastest way to query the database with this design? The fastest way would be to put the name columns on each table. When the names are in a separate table, you have to do a join just to get the full record. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "Ruby on Rails: Talk" group. To post to this group, send email to [email protected]. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to [email protected]. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rubyonrails-talk?hl=en.
