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Understanding Database

Normalization: An
Insight into the First
Three Normal Forms
INTRODUCTION TO NORMALIZATION
Database normalization is a process that
organizes data to reduce redundancy and
improve data integrity. This presentation will
explore the first three normal forms (1NF, 2NF,
3NF) and their significance in designing
efficient databases.
WHAT IS NORMALIZATION?
Normalization is a systematic approach to
database design. It involves dividing large
tables into smaller, related tables and defining
relationships between them. This helps
eliminate duplicate data and ensures data
dependencies are logically stored.
FIRST NORMAL FORM (1NF)
A table is in First Normal Form (1NF) when it
contains only atomic values and each entry in
a column is unique. This eliminates repeating
groups and ensures that each record is
uniquely identifiable by a primary key.
SECOND NORMAL FORM (2NF)

A table is in Second Normal Form (2NF) when it is


in 1NF and all non-key attributes are fully
functional dependent on the primary key. This
means eliminating partial dependencies to
enhance data integrity.
THIRD NORMAL FORM (3NF)
A table is in Third Normal Form (3NF) when it
is in 2NF and all the attributes are functionally
dependent only on the primary key. This
removes transitive dependencies, ensuring
that no non-key attribute depends on another
non-key attribute.
BENEFITS OF NORMALIZATION
The benefits of normalization include
improved data integrity, reduced data
redundancy, and enhanced query
performance. By structuring data efficiently,
databases become easier to maintain and less
prone to anomalies during data operations.
COMMON NORMALIZATION MISTAKES
Common mistakes in normalization include not applying the rules consistently or over-normalizing, which can lead to
excessive joins and complexity. It is crucial to find a balance between normalization and performance requirements.
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