Indexing
Quick Definition
Creating data structures to speed up data retrieval
Full Definition
Creating data structures that speed up data retrieval operations in databases.
Examples
B-tree index, hash index, composite index, covering index
Related Terms
query-optimization
performance
More Database Terms
Trigger
Special procedure that auto-executes on table events
Time-Series Database
Database optimized for time-stamped data storage
Connection Pooling
Managing and reusing database connections
Data Integrity
Ensuring data accuracy, consistency, and reliability
Query Optimization
Improving query performance through various techniques
Schema Design
Defining database table structure and constraints