This class is designed for upper-division undergrads or junior grads, to
read classic database literatures (in the very famous redbook) and compare/contrast
them with more recent database research works (hence the name ¼¼´ë°ø°¨ ¿Ãµå ¾Ø ´º).
You will be surprised to find out how these classic ideas stand the test
of time and even impact new solutions to new problems.
As an added bonus,
throughout this course,
you will experience "daily grinds" of researchers, in particular, reviewing existing literature to find out what your peers are doing, carrying out
your own research, and eventually, selling your works (ideally outside of classroom).
Hopefully, you will find out doing research is not so scary and can be FUN.
Before you freak out, rest assured that you are not
required to know much about databases or data management. All of us
will start together at ground zero.
Cheating will not be tolerated in this course. Students are encouraged discuss things related to courses and assignments but the materials handed in for individual assignments must be his/her own.
For your information, read our departmental guide on cheating here.