Matt's CSUMB Journey

 This week I learned about the basics of programs that work with the operation system. The important parts of what an operating system does like create a wall between applications and the system hardware and utilizing the CPU to its fullest ability. The operating system is what tells the hardware what to do based on the applications code. I also learned about Shell scripts and file permissions that make sure programs run effectively and continue to run effectively for specific users. The most important thing I learned was how to run a shell program through a terminal and how to remotely connect to CSUMB Linux Server. 

 The three most important things I learned * There are numerous types of databases that all allow for the creator to do different things. It is important to pick out the right type of database systems based on the application and needs of your users.  * I learned the MySQL language which is a useful tool for all applications where a relational databse may be used.  * I also learned about relational databse structure and the relationships between different entities and how utilizing the different types of relationships can be useful in making a databse that is without fault. 

 MongoDB and MySQL feel very similar in terms of how to access data that doesn't require merges. MongoDB is a much simpler language to learn and allows for more unique data to be stored and accessed through objects and having embedded documents. MySQL although more complex allows for more interactive data and the relational database allows for checks to be built in to the database rather than being coded in another language like Java. Anytime there are datasets that need tp interact with one another I would recommend MySQL but whenever you would need to store different types of data i would recommend MongoDB.

 This week I learned how an API can allow for interaction between a database and a java compiler. This also allowed me to learn about the best practices for writing code that has both sql and java languages. I feel as though I have a firm understanding for how to create this connection and how to utilize it to perform different sql queries.