--- product_id: 266829520 title: "Database Internals: A Deep-Dive Into How Distributed Data Systems Work" price: "£63.04" currency: GBP in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/266829520-database-internals-a-deep-dive-into-how-distributed-data-systems store_origin: GB region: United Kingdom --- # Database Internals: A Deep-Dive Into How Distributed Data Systems Work **Price:** £63.04 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Database Internals: A Deep-Dive Into How Distributed Data Systems Work - **How much does it cost?** £63.04 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/266829520-database-internals-a-deep-dive-into-how-distributed-data-systems) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Buy Database Internals: A Deep-Dive Into How Distributed Data Systems Work by Petrov, Alex online on desertcart.ae at best prices. ✓ Fast and free shipping ✓ free returns ✓ cash on delivery available on eligible purchase. Review: There are two infinitely big and comparably old topics in software engineering: compilers and databases. Both have traditions and history, both are recognised as deep research topics, with developers and academics working on related problems for decades. It's really hard to get an overview of the way databases work, given how diverse and, well, *big* they really are. Decades of practical experience don't mean one has a clear understanding of query processing, optimisation, storage subsystems, transaction processing, concurrency control, etc. Sometimes, just sometimes, mortals get lucky and somebody writes a survey of a subfield, or an extended overview, of relevant problems. Best example I am aware of: the Red Book aka Readings in Database Systems. It's a vast survey of academic work on databases. But it's more of a collection of paper references than a linear reading. Database Internals also feels a bit like an extended survey: numerous paper references are, no code, mostly conceptual explanations. What stands out is its good linear narration, gradually coming up with definitions and clarifying explanations. So, what this book is not: introductory text, a textbook, theory-centric volume or practise-centric work. What this book is: a survey of typical approaches to two major aspects of databases (local storage subsystems and problems of distributed systems). Interested reader will have to follow the references, casual reader will get familiar with terminology and common concepts in a condensed way. I would (and definitely will) recommend the book to people already working with databases for at least a few years looking for additional insights or an overview of the field. Review: Amazing book, in my top 3 technical books. I learned a lot, it goes really deep and explains everything very well. I would suggest to have at least a good understanding of database basics before starting though (indexes, distributed systems) ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #18,265 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #20 in Databases & Big Data #26 in Computer Software #97 in Computer Programming | | Customer reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (300) | | Dimensions | 17.78 x 1.91 x 22.86 cm | | Edition | 1st | | ISBN-10 | 1492040347 | | ISBN-13 | 978-1492040347 | | Item weight | 1.05 Kilograms | | Language | English | | Print length | 370 pages | | Publication date | 31 October 2019 | | Publisher | O'Reilly Media | ## Images ![Database Internals: A Deep-Dive Into How Distributed Data Systems Work - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91UYIt74czL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by V***V on 28 February 2020* There are two infinitely big and comparably old topics in software engineering: compilers and databases. Both have traditions and history, both are recognised as deep research topics, with developers and academics working on related problems for decades. It's really hard to get an overview of the way databases work, given how diverse and, well, *big* they really are. Decades of practical experience don't mean one has a clear understanding of query processing, optimisation, storage subsystems, transaction processing, concurrency control, etc. Sometimes, just sometimes, mortals get lucky and somebody writes a survey of a subfield, or an extended overview, of relevant problems. Best example I am aware of: the Red Book aka Readings in Database Systems. It's a vast survey of academic work on databases. But it's more of a collection of paper references than a linear reading. Database Internals also feels a bit like an extended survey: numerous paper references are, no code, mostly conceptual explanations. What stands out is its good linear narration, gradually coming up with definitions and clarifying explanations. So, what this book is not: introductory text, a textbook, theory-centric volume or practise-centric work. What this book is: a survey of typical approaches to two major aspects of databases (local storage subsystems and problems of distributed systems). Interested reader will have to follow the references, casual reader will get familiar with terminology and common concepts in a condensed way. I would (and definitely will) recommend the book to people already working with databases for at least a few years looking for additional insights or an overview of the field. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by C***T on 2 July 2023* Amazing book, in my top 3 technical books. I learned a lot, it goes really deep and explains everything very well. I would suggest to have at least a good understanding of database basics before starting though (indexes, distributed systems) ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by H***G on 27 August 2025* The book is really good, mint without any scratches. 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