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The job of developing a database is not easy, which is why more people don't/can't do it. That said, even the experts make mistakes in the process. After soliciting input from analysts and some professionals in the field, eWEEK has compiled a list of some of the more common database design mistakes and a few general tips for avoiding them.

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