Occupation database designer

Database designers design, test and implement databases, applying knowledge of database management systems and ensuring database protection and security.

Tasks

• Design database structure (logical data model) to meet user requirements.
• Assess feasibility and costs of the database, e.g. by performing an ICT project study.
• Program databases in computer languages such as Structured Query Language (SQL).
• Provide data for the database.
• Test databases.
• Develop user interfaces, e.g. by programming Internet applications.
• Maintain and adapt existing databases according to new user requirements and following developments in programming techniques.
• Make reports from database data.

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