AdventureWorks
In AdventureWorks, schemas are used to categorize tables based on business areas, making the data easier to manage and query.
The database includes multiple schemas, each representing different functional areas of the business.
Key Schemas
- Production: Manages the product catalog, inventory, and manufacturing details.
- Sales: Contains information on sales transactions, customers, and sales territories.
- Person: Holds personal and contact information for individuals associated with the company, such as employees and customers.
- HumanResources: Manages employee and department information.
- Purchasing: Tracks procurement, vendors, and purchase orders.
- dbo: Includes miscellaneous system tables and logs.
About AdventureWorks Cycles
The AdventureWorks Dataset is a sample database provided by Microsoft for learning and practicing SQL Server, data analysis, and Business Intelligence. It simulates a fictional multinational manufacturing company, Adventure Works Cycles, that produces and sells bicycles and accessories. The dataset includes numerous tables, views, and stored procedures that allow users to practice a wide range of skills in a realistic environment.