select a database pattern and anti-pattern. As databases have been around for quite some time, users have identified the best known ways to solve certain problems (patterns), as well as solutions that may appear correct but ultimately cause problems (anti-patterns). Awareness and recognition of these patterns helps database developers benefit from the experience of others.

• Why is this pattern of interest to you. In which scenarios would this pattern be used. What is an alternative to this pattern. Why is it important to learn patterns and anti-patterns